Let’s be real— Nutella croissants are more about indulgence than health! These flaky, buttery treats filled with hazelnut chocolate spread are definitely a dessert dream rather than a guilt-free snack. But hey, life’s all about balance, right?

CAN I MAKE THESE IN THE AIR FRYER?

You sure can and here's how: Place your croissants into the air fryer basket, leaving a bit of space between each one. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 10-12 minutes or until they’re puffed, golden, and ready to devour.

ARE THESE VEGETERIAN?

Yes, these Nutella croissants are vegetarian! Puff pastry, Nutella, and eggs are all vegetarian-friendly, so you’re good to go. Just make sure your puff pastry doesn’t contain any sneaky animal-derived ingredients like lard (most store-bought versions are usually safe).

3 INGREDIENTS NUTELLA CROISSANTS (VEGAN!)

Description

These Nutella Croissants (vegan!) are flaky, golden triangles of hazelnut chocolate. Perfect for dessert, breakfast, or when you're just craving something sweet, with minimal effort. Just 3 simple ingredients will give you the soft chocolate center and flakey croissant that you can dip into your morning coffee or enjoy for an afternoon snack. Yeah, it’s that easy!

Ingredients

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1 sheet puff pastry

1/4 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (make sure it is vegan)

2 tablespoons plant milk for the "egg wash" (if not vegan then use 1 egg, beaten)

confectioners sugar (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

PLEASE SEE THE ABOVE BLOG POST FOR STEP-BY-STEP PICTURES

Prep that Puff Pastry: Sprinkle a little flour onto your kitchen counter or cutting board. Roll out your puff pastry sheet.

Slice the Puff Pastry: Cut the puff pastry sheet into rectangles. Then, slice each rectangle in half diagonally to form triangles

Slice the puff pastry into rectangles.

Layer with Chocolate Spread: Spread a thin layer of chocolate spread on each triangle. Leave the edges clear of chocolate. You don't want it to seep out.

Layer each triangle with chocolate spread.

Roll the Pastry: Starting from the wide side, roll the pastry upwards towards the point of the triangle.

Roll from the wider side.

Shape into Croissants: Once rolled, place the croissants onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one and gently shape them into half moons to get that classic croissant look. 🌙

Bend and shape into half moons. Brush with milk and bake.

Brush with Plant-Based Milk: Lightly brush the tops with plant-based milk for that golden finish.

Don't panic if your croissants don't look perfect. Once they bake they will puff up and look great!

Bake: Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 15 - 20 minutes or until they’re puffed, and golden.

Optional Touch: For a bakery-style finish, dust with confectioners' sugar right before serving. Voila, your Parisian-inspired Nutella Croissants are ready!

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Notes

SPACE THEM OUT: Leave some room between your croissants so they puff up nicely. Crowding them will cause uneven cooking and soggy sides (and nobody wants a soggy croissant)

GO BEYOND NUTELLA: Feeling adventurous? Swap the Nutella for almond butter, and peanut butter for a fun twist. You can even add a sprinkle of sea salt on the Nutella before rolling for a sweet-salty combo.

DON'T PANIC: if your croissants don't look perfect. Once they bake they will puff up and look great! 🥐

Prep Time: 15 min Prep Time
Cook Time: 20 min Cook Time
Category: Baking
Method: baking
Cuisine: American