Nutella shortcrust pastry pinwheel biscuits

Nutella shortcrust pastry pinwheel biscuits

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Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Nutella Shortcrust Pastry Pinwheel Biscuits—flaky, buttery, and swirled with rich Nutella! Perfect for a sweet treat with coffee or as a snack.

Ingredients:

For the Shortcrust Pastry:

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (230g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2–3 tbsp ice-cold water

For the Filling & Decoration:

  • ½ cup (150g) Nutella (or any chocolate-hazelnut spread)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling, optional)

Instructions:

1. Make the Shortcrust Pastry:

  • In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and salt to combine.
  • Add cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add egg yolk and 1 tbsp cold water, pulsing until the dough starts to clump. Add more water (1 tsp at a time) if needed.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently, and form into a disc. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 mins.

2. Roll & Fill with Nutella:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll the dough into a large rectangle (~12×10 inches, 30×25 cm) on a floured surface.
  • Spread Nutella evenly over the dough, leaving a small border at the edges.

3. Shape into Pinwheels:

  • Tightly roll the dough lengthwise into a log (like a Swiss roll).
  • Slice into ½-inch (1.5 cm) thick rounds using a sharp knife.
  • Place slices on the baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

4. Bake & Serve:

  • (Optional) Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar for extra shine and crunch.
  • Bake for 15–18 mins or until golden brown.
  • Let cool on the tray for 5 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips:

  • Chill the dough well to prevent spreading.
  • For clean cuts, freeze the rolled log for 10 mins before slicing.
  • Swap Nutella for peanut butter, cinnamon sugar, or jam for variations.

Enjoy your crispy, flaky Nutella pinwheels!