Puff pastry and Nutella is not a new idea, but it is a reliably good one. Roll the pastry thinner than it comes, cut it into strips, spread a teaspoon of Nutella on each, roll them up, bake until golden. Twenty minutes start to finish. The pastry puffs and crisps on the outside while the chocolate center melts into a smear. They are not sophisticated, which is the point. A dusting of caster sugar when they come out is optional but not something you should skip if you have it.
How to Make Chocolate Puff Pastry Rolls
Roll the pastry thinner
Straight from the packet, puff pastry is too thick for small rolls. Roll it out to about half its original thickness. Thinner pastry bakes through evenly and crisps up properly rather than staying doughy in the center near the Nutella.
Nutella quantity per strip
One teaspoon per strip is the right amount. More and the filling oozes out during baking and burns on the tray. Spread it thin and leave a small border at the edge before rolling. Overfilled rolls also unravel in the oven. 
Watching the oven
Rotate the tray at the ten-minute mark. Puff pastry browns unevenly depending on oven hot spots. Golden brown is the target. Dark brown means the sugar in the Nutella has started to burn, which turns bitter. Pull them just before you think they are ready.
Chocolate Puff Pastry Rolls
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 12 1x
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A fun twist on a breakfast classic!
Flaky pastry, rich Nutella, and a sprinkle of sugar— pure delight.
Ingredients
- 3 puff pastry squares (3 puff pastry squares) puff pastry squares
- 12 tsp nutella
- Castor sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 356°F (180°C).
- Roll the puff pastries with a rolling pin to make them thinner.
- Cut each puff pastry into 4 strips.
- Spread 1 teaspoon of Nutella on each strip and roll them up.
- Line an oven tray with baking paper.
- Place puff pastry bites on the prepared tray and bake until golden, about 20 minutes.
- Sift castor sugar over the puff pastry bites when serving (optional).
Notes
- To prevent over-browning, rotate the baking tray halfway through cooking.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate hazelnut spread instead of Nutella.
- Store baked rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different chocolate spread instead of Nutella?
Yes. Any chocolate hazelnut spread works, or try a dark chocolate spread for a less sweet version. Peanut butter or cookie butter are good alternatives too.
Can I prepare these ahead of time and bake later?
You can assemble the rolls and refrigerate them on the baking tray for up to a few hours before baking. Don’t freeze them once assembled, as the Nutella can make the pastry soggy when thawing.
Why do I need to roll the puff pastry thinner first?
Rolling it thinner creates more layers when you roll up each strip, giving you a crispier texture. It also helps the pastry cook more evenly around the Nutella filling.
These are so easy to make, a great afternoon treat (even if you don’t have kids yet!). Goes perfectly with a cup of tea :)