Amaretto-Strawberry-Nutella Puff Pastry Tart Recipe
With a delicate, flaky crust and decadent chocolatey cream cheese filling, this amaretto-strawberry-Nutella puff pastry tart is the perfect sweet treat.
How to Make the Best Amaretto-Strawberry-Nutella Puff Pastry Tart
This elegant amaretto-strawberry-Nutella puff pastry tart is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. The combination of buttery, flaky puff pastry with a rich chocolate-hazelnut filling creates a dessert that looks impressive yet is surprisingly simple to prepare.
The beauty of this tart lies in its layers of flavor and texture. The creamy Nutella and cream cheese filling is infused with amaretto and espresso powder, which add depth and sophistication to the sweet chocolate base. Fresh strawberries on top provide a bright, tart contrast that balances the richness of the filling, while toasted pecans add a welcome crunch.
Whether you’re serving this for a special occasion, impressing guests at a dinner party, or simply treating yourself to something special, this puff pastry tart is sure to become a favorite. It’s elegant enough to serve at a celebration but easy enough to make on a regular weeknight.
Amaretto-Strawberry-Nutella Puff Pastry Tart
With a delicate, flaky crust and decadent chocolatey cream cheese filling, this amaretto-strawberry-Nutella puff pastry tart is the perfect sweet treat.
Ingredients
For the Tart
Strawberry Topping
For Assembly
Instructions
Prepare the Pastry
- Remove the frozen puff pastry sheet from the freezer and allow to thaw according to manufacturer's directions. If you thaw ahead of time, keep the puff pastry refrigerated and covered once it defrosts.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Place the thawed puff pastry on parchment paper and roll using a rolling pin to about 12 inches. With a fork, prick the puff pastry all over.
Make the Filling
- Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add the Nutella, amaretto and espresso powder and beat until well incorporated.
- Spread the Nutella filling over the puff pastry in a square shape, leaving an inch or two around the border.
Add Toppings and Bake
- In a small bowl, stir together the sliced strawberries, dark brown sugar and cornstarch until smooth. Pour over the Nutella filling.
- Beat together the egg yolk and water in a small bowl. Brush it on the folded edges of the puff pastry. Fold all four sides of the border over.
- Grab the edges of the parchment paper and lift it to neatly transfer the tart to a baking sheet.
- Bake the tart for 10 minutes. Add the chopped pecans and bake for another three to five minutes, keeping an eye on the filling to make sure it doesn't burn.
- Remove from the oven and allow the tart to set for a few minutes. Cut into pieces and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before beating for the best texture.
- Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to use for optimal flakiness.
- Watch the pecans carefully while baking to prevent burning.