Enchanting Easter Nests with Chocolate and Hazelnut Spread: A Quick and Delicious Christmas Treat

Celebrate Easter with these enchanting Easter Nests, made with layers of flaky pastry filled with a rich chocolate and hazelnut spread. Each nest is delicately designed to mimic the charming appearance of a bird's nest, with chocolate eggs nestled inside. This recipe is both a feast for the eyes and a delicious treat, making it a perfect addition to your holiday festivities.

Why you will love this recipe: These Easter nests combine the irresistible flakiness of a yeast-based pastry with the decadent richness of a chocolate and hazelnut spread. The simplicity of the recipe, combined with the delicious final presentation, makes these nests a hit with both bakers and those who devote themselves to their creation. They're especially appealing to anyone with a sweet tooth and a love of holiday-themed treats.

Perfect occasion: These nests are ideal for an Easter celebration, adding a festive, themed touch to your dessert table. They're also perfect for spring gatherings, children's parties, or as a fun baking project to undertake with family members. Serve them at your Easter brunch or as a sweet snack after an Easter egg hunt to delight guests of all ages.

Decorating Tips: After filling the nests with chocolate-hazelnut cream, garnish each with a few small chocolate eggs to enhance the nest appearance. For a colorful touch, you can use pastel colored chocolate eggs. A sprinkle of edible glitter or shredded coconut around the nests can mimic the look of hay or grass, adding an extra layer of whimsy to your presentation.

Ingredients:

• 500 g sourdough puff pastry
• Hazelnut chocolate spread
• 1 egg yolk mixed with a little cream (for brushing)
• Chocolate eggs (for decoration)
• 200 g of fresh cheese
• 50 g of unsalted butter
• 3 large teaspoons of cocoa powder
• 50 g of powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Lay out a sheet of defrosted puff pastry and spread a generous layer of chocolate-hazelnut spread on top. Cover with another sheet of rolled out dough. Cut the puff pastry into strips of approximately 2 cm. Twist each strip as shown in the video and form a nest. Brush with egg yolk and cream mixture and bake at 200 degrees Celsius for 20-25 minutes.
2. For the cream, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter and cocoa until smooth. Once the nests have cooled, pour this cream into each of them. Decorate with chocolate eggs and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for added texture.

So ! Enjoy this festive treat!