Easy Easter dessert ideas don’t get any better than this Nutella-filled puff pastry nest! Buttery, flaky layers of puff pastry are slathered with creamy Nutella, twisted into a delicate nest shape, and baked to golden perfection. A swirl of rich chocolate Nutella in the center holds a handful of pastel Cadbury mini eggs, making it as stunning as it is delicious.
I love that this festive treat is effortless to make yet looks like a bakery masterpiece—perfect for celebrating Easter with family and friends!
Spring is all about blooming flowers, chirping birds, and lush green grass, and I can’t help but love making nests this time of year! It feels pretty fitting, given my website’s name. These sweet little nests are the perfect treat for today’s recipe. Not only are they absolutely adorable, but they’re also incredibly easy to make. If your kids want to get in on the fun, this simple Easter pastry is perfect for them to help with!
If you’re in the mood for a fun baking project or need a sweet treat for a special gathering, this puff pastry recipe is just the thing!
A Simple and Delicious Easter Treat
This puff pastry Nutella nest is the ultimate Easter treat—light, flaky, and filled with rich chocolatey goodness. With minimal ingredients and easy assembly, it’s a foolproof recipe that looks impressive but takes little effort, making it perfect for any spring celebration.
Why You’ll Love These Easter Desserts
- Quick and Easy to Make – With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, these treats come together effortlessly.
- Perfect for Easter Gatherings – These adorable nests add a festive touch to your holiday table, making them ideal for brunches, parties, or a simple family treat.
- Irresistible Chocolate and Pastry Combo – The flaky, buttery puff pastry pairs perfectly with creamy Nutella for a rich and satisfying bite.
- No Special Baking Skills Required – If you can cut, twist, and bake, you can make these stunning Easter desserts with ease.
- Kid-Friendly and Fun to Decorate – Little hands will love helping twist the pastry and placing the colorful mini eggs in the center for a fun, hands-on baking experience.
More Delicious Recipes to Try
- Crinkle Cake (With Phyllo Dough) – This crispy, golden phyllo dessert is soaked in a sweet custard and baked to perfection, creating an irresistibly crunchy and creamy texture in every bite.
- Pavlova Recipe for Mini Nests – Light, airy, and delicately crisp, these mini pavlova nests are the perfect Easter treat. Topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit, they make a beautifully elegant dessert.
- Chocolate Puff Pastry – This simple yet stunning braided puff pastry is filled with creamy Nutella, baked until golden, and drizzled with a touch of chocolate for an extra indulgent finish.
- Lemon Tart Puff Pastry Recipe – This Lemon Tart Puff Pastry is so easy to make. I love how it tastes like it was made in a fancy bakery. The key is to use fresh homemade lemon curd.
Decorating Your Easter Dessert with Mini Eggs
Topping your Easter dessert with mini eggs is an easy way to make it extra festive and fun! I’ve always loved Cadbury eggs—their soft pastel colors and chocolatey crunch make them the perfect finishing touch for any spring treat. They add the right pop of color to these flaky puff pastry nests, making them even more irresistible!
How to Make Puff Pastry Nutella Nests
You won’t believe how easy this dessert comes together!
Ingredients for Puff Pastry Nutella Nests
Puff Pastry—This dessert’s flaky, buttery base, puff pastry, bakes up beautifully golden and crisp, making it the perfect canvas for a delicious filling.
Nutella – This rich and creamy chocolate hazelnut spread adds a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth flavor that pairs perfectly with the light and crispy pastry.
Mini Cadbury Chocolate Eggs—These pastel-colored chocolate eggs add a festive Easter touch while adding a satisfying crunch and extra sweetness to each bite.
Powdered Sugar – A light dusting of powdered sugar gives the nests a delicate, bakery-style finish, making them even more irresistible.
Milk – Brushing a little milk over the pastry before baking helps create a golden, glossy crust while also sealing the ends of the twisted nests.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Thaw Puff Pastry
Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let it thaw according to the package instructions until it’s soft enough to work with but still slightly cool.
Step 2 – Prepare the First Layer
Place one sheet of puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet or work surface to prevent sticking.
Step 3 – Spread Nutella
Spread a generous layer of Nutella evenly over the entire surface of the puff pastry, making sure to reach the edges for full coverage.
Step 4 – Add the Second Puff Pastry Layer
Gently place the second sheet of puff pastry on top of the Nutella-covered layer, pressing down lightly to seal them together.
Step 5 – Cut and Twist the Pastry Strips
Slice the pastry lengthwise into thin strips using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife. Then, twist each strip several times and roll it into a circular nest shape.
Step 6 – Secure the Ends
Dab a little milk on the end of each twisted pastry strip to help it stick to the body of the nest and hold its shape while baking.
Step 7 – Brush with Milk or Butter
Lightly brush the tops of the nests with milk or melted butter for a golden, flaky finish.
Step 8 – Bake to Perfection
Place the nests on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven according to the puff pastry package instructions or until golden brown and crisp.
Step 9 – Add the Finishing Touches
Once cooled, pipe a small swirl of Nutella in the center of each nest, then top with mini Cadbury chocolate eggs.
Step 10 – Sprinkle with Powdered Sugar
For an elegant finishing touch, dust the nests lightly with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your festive and delicious Easter dessert!
Easy Easter Dessert (Puff Pastry Nest)
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry Thaw to room temperature
- Nutella chocolate spread Use a 26 oz jar or larger
- milk This is for brushing on nests before baking
- Cadbury chocolate eggs
- powdered sugar Sprinkle on finished nest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°.
- Thaw Puff Pastry: Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let it thaw according to the package instructions until it’s soft enough to work with but still slightly cool.
- Prepare the First Layer: Place one sheet of puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet or work surface to prevent sticking.
- Spread Nutella: Spread a generous layer of Nutella evenly over the entire surface of the puff pastry, making sure to reach the edges for full coverage.
- Add the Second Puff Pastry Layer: Gently place the second sheet of puff pastry on top of the Nutella-covered layer, pressing down lightly to seal them together.
- Cut and Twist the Pastry Strips: Slice the pastry lengthwise into thin strips using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife. Then, twist each strip and roll it into a circular nest shape.
- Secure the Ends: Dab a little milk on the end of each twisted pastry strip to help it stick to the body of the nest and hold its shape while baking.
- Brush with Milk or Butter: Lightly brush the tops of the nests with milk or melted butter for a golden, flaky finish.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the nests on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven, and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Keep an eye on them in the last few minutes to prevent over-browning. If your oven runs hot, check them around the 15-minute mark.
- Add the Finishing Touches – Once cooled, pipe a small swirl of Nutella in the center of each nest, then top with mini Cadbury chocolate eggs.
- Sprinkle with Powdered Sugar: For an elegant finishing touch, dust the nests lightly with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your festive and delicious Easter dessert!
Nutrition
Tips for the Best Puff Pastry Twists
- Use Chilled Puff Pastry – Puff pastry is easiest to work with when it’s slightly cold. If it gets too warm, pop it in the fridge for a few minutes before twisting.
- Don’t Overload with Nutella – While slathering on a thick layer is tempting, too much Nutella can make the pastry harder to twist and may ooze out while baking.
- Cut Even Strips – Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut uniform strips to ensure even baking and a consistent look for your nests.
- Twist Gently but Firmly – When twisting, apply even pressure so the layers hold their shape without breaking or unraveling.
- Seal the Ends with Milk – A little dab of milk helps secure the twisted dough, keeping the nests from coming undone in the oven.
- Brush with Milk or Butter – This adds a beautiful golden shine and enhances the flavor of the flaky pastry.
- Bake Until Deep Golden Brown – Puff pastry should be fully baked and crisp before removing from the oven. If it’s too pale, let it bake a little longer to ensure a perfect texture.
- Cool Before Decorating – Let the nests cool slightly before piping Nutella and adding mini eggs to prevent them from melting into the warm pastry. If you’re in a hurry, pop them in the fridge for a few minutes to speed up the cooling process.
Easy Substitutions and Fun Variations
- Swap Nutella for Lemon Curd – If you love a bright, citrusy flavor, try spreading lemon curd between the puff pastry layers instead of Nutella. It adds a tangy sweetness that pairs beautifully with the flaky crust.
- Use White Chocolate or Peanut Butter – Replace the Nutella with melted white chocolate or a smooth layer of peanut butter for a different twist. Both options create a deliciously rich and creamy filling.
- Try Jelly Beans Instead of Mini Eggs – Want an extra pop of color? Swap the Cadbury mini eggs for jelly beans! They add a fun, chewy texture and come in a rainbow of springtime hues.
- Sprinkle with Toasted Coconut – For a more “nest-like” look, sprinkle toasted coconut over the Nutella or chocolate center before adding the eggs or jelly beans. It gives a crunchy, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the pastry.
- Drizzle with Caramel or White Chocolate – A light drizzle of caramel or melted white chocolate over the baked nests adds extra sweetness and makes them look even more elegant.
- Use a Flavored Puff Pastry Spread – Instead of Nutella, try Biscoff cookie butter, raspberry jam, or even a cinnamon-sugar butter spread for a unique twist on this Easter dessert.
This is such a cute and fun Easter dessert that’s perfect for celebrating the season! I hope you get a chance to make this easy Easter dessert with your kids, grandchildren, or even just for yourself—because everyone deserves a fun spring sweet treat this time of year!
Cheers,
Janine
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