Air Fryer Chocolate Hazelnut Pastry Twists

These air fryer chocolate hazelnut pastry twists are one of my favorite quick treats to make. They come out golden, flaky, and filled with rich chocolate hazelnut goodness in just minutes.

You only need a handful of ingredients to pull these off. We’re talking puff pastry, chocolate hazelnut spread, and a couple of pantry basics. Simple stuff.

The air fryer does all the heavy lifting here. It gets the pastry perfectly crispy on the outside while the chocolate filling stays warm and melty on the inside.

They’re great as a snack, a quick dessert, or even something sweet to go with your morning coffee. Pretty versatile for something so easy to make.

Whether you’re making these for yourself or for guests, they always look impressive. The twisted shape makes them seem fancy, but trust me, they take almost no effort at all.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only 4 Ingredients – You just need puff pastry, chocolate hazelnut spread, an egg, and powdered sugar. That’s it. You probably already have most of these in your kitchen right now.

Ready in Minutes – These pastry twists come together super fast in the air fryer. From start to finish, you are looking at about 15 minutes, which makes them perfect for a quick snack or last-minute dessert.

The Air Fryer Makes Them Extra Flaky – The rapid hot air circulation in the air fryer puffs up the pastry beautifully and gives it that golden, crispy, flaky texture that you would normally only get from a bakery.

No Oven Preheating Needed – Unlike baking pastry twists in a traditional oven, the air fryer heats up almost instantly. You skip that long preheat time and get to eating way sooner.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet Puff Pastry
• 1/3 cup Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar

How to Make

Step 1

Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a flat surface and spread the chocolate hazelnut spread evenly over the entire surface.

Step 2

Fold the pastry in half to cover the spread, and press down lightly to seal it.

Step 3

Cut the folded pastry into thin, long strips and twist each strip several times to create a spiral shape.

Step 4

Whisk the egg and lightly brush it over the pastry twists to give them a golden shine.

Step 5

Place the twists in the air fryer basket and cook at 350F for 8 to 10 minutes until flaky and golden.

Step 6

Let cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Tips

Thaw the Puff Pastry the Right Way

Take the puff pastry out of the freezer and let it thaw in the fridge overnight, or leave it on the counter for about 20-30 minutes. You want it soft enough to unfold without cracking, but still cool to the touch.

If you try to unfold it while it’s still frozen, it will crack and break apart. And if you let it get too warm, it turns sticky and limp and becomes really hard to work with.

The sweet spot is when it unfolds easily and feels cool and flexible, almost like thick fabric.

Spread the Chocolate Hazelnut Evenly

Use the back of a spoon or an offset spatula to spread the chocolate hazelnut over the entire pastry sheet in a thin, even layer. Don’t glob it on thick in some spots and thin in others.

If the spread feels stiff and hard to work with, pop it in the microwave for about 10 seconds to soften it up. That makes it way easier to spread without dragging and tearing the pastry.

An even layer means every single bite of your twist will have the same amount of filling, and the pastry will cook more evenly too.

Press the Folded Pastry Before Cutting

After you fold the pastry in half over the filling, use your hands or a rolling pin to gently press the two layers together. This seals the chocolate hazelnut spread inside so it doesn’t all ooze out while cooking.

Don’t press too hard or you’ll squish the filling out the sides. Just a light, firm press across the whole surface is enough to get the layers to stick together.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to thaw the puff pastry before making these?

Yes, you definitely need to thaw it first. Frozen puff pastry is way too stiff to roll out and twist without cracking. Most brands recommend thawing it in the fridge overnight or leaving it on the counter for about 30 to 40 minutes.

You want the pastry to be cold but flexible. If it feels soft and sticky, it has thawed too much – just pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes to firm up before working with it.