🍊🍫 Orange Nutella Palmiers
These Orange Nutella Palmiers are flaky puff pastry cookies filled with creamy Nutella and kissed with fresh orange zest. They’re crispy on the outside, gooey in the center, and ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for brunch, gifting, or an easy gourmet snack.
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Microplane or zester
- Sharp knife or pastry cutter
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed (from a 17 oz package)
- ¼ cup Nutella chocolate-hazelnut spread
- 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar optional, for coating
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Puff Pastry
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry sheet into a 10x12-inch rectangle.
Add Filling
- Spread Nutella evenly over the surface, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle with orange zest.
Fold into Palmiers
- Starting from one long side, roll the pastry tightly to the center. Then roll the opposite side to meet in the middle (like a scroll or heart shape). Gently press to seal. Optional: wrap and chill for 15 minutes for cleaner slicing.
Cut and Arrange
- Using a sharp knife, slice into ½-inch thick pieces (about 16 slices). Place flat on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optional: brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.
Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
💡 Tips for Success
Use a light hand with Nutella—too much can cause leaks while baking Chill the rolled log before slicing for sharper spirals Avoid overbaking to keep the centers tender with crispy edges
Use a light hand with Nutella—too much can cause leaks while baking Chill the rolled log before slicing for sharper spirals Avoid overbaking to keep the centers tender with crispy edges