This Christmas season brings gifts, feasts, and plenty of sweets. Traditional nougat and polvorones find their match in crowd-pleasing treats that charm guests at any gathering. Here is a simple recipe that has become a social media favorite: a Christmas fir tree crafted from puff pastry and Nutella. It’s as easy as it is delicious.
The dish works beautifully as both a dessert and an appetizer, a snack, or even a breakfast option. It’s perfect for everyone, and kids are sure to adore it.
Puff pastry tree and chocolate cream
Only three ingredients are needed to create this tasty puff pastry fir tree, plus a dash of imagination to shape the wood.
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You really only need two sheets of puff pastry, a jar of chocolate cream or Nutella, and an egg.
To prepare this recipe, start by placing a sheet of puff pastry on a baking tray lined with parchment. Spread the chocolate cream evenly across the pastry with a knife. Lay the second sheet on top and press gently to seal the layers.
Puff pastry is the base of this recipe.
Now it’s time to get creative and shape the pastry into a Christmas tree. The process is straightforward: cut the puff pastry into a tree silhouette with a knife. After carving the outline, remove the excess dough. The remaining scraps can be used to fashion tiny stars or decorative touches.
For the chocolate tree, slice the branches lengthwise and roll them into curling rings that resemble twigs or garlands.
Christmas tree with puff pastry and cocoa cream.
Beat the egg and brush the entire tree and the star shapes with it. At the same time, preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit).
Place the tray in the middle of the oven and bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
When baked, let the tree cool to room temperature. If you want to add a festive touch, dust it with a light snow-like coating of powdered sugar. The same technique can be applied to the small puff pastry stars to accompany the tree.
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Once the puff pastry tree has browned beautifully, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool. The finished centerpiece can be plated on a simple platter and arranged with the stars and any extra decorations you prefer to complete the Christmas mood. This approach makes a charming dessert or celebratory snack that audiences of all ages can enjoy. It’s a smart way to bring a homemade touch to holiday gatherings without spending hours in the kitchen.