Chocolate Hazelnut Twist

Chocolate Hazelnut Twist is a delectable pastry that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and hazelnut in a twisted bread. This dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this mouth-watering pastry in just a few easy steps.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp instant yeast
- 1/4 cup warm milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup Nutella
- 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp water

Serving: 4

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to use instant yeast for this recipe.
- Use warm milk to activate the yeast.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for at least an hour.
- Brush the pastry with egg wash before baking to get a shiny finish.

Cooking Process:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
2. Add warm milk, egg, and softened butter to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle shape.
7. Spread Nutella over the dough and sprinkle chopped hazelnuts on top.
8. Roll up the dough tightly and cut it in half lengthwise.
9. Twist the two halves together and form a circle.
10. Place the pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
11. Mix egg yolk and water in a small bowl and brush the pastry with the mixture.
12. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
13. Let the pastry cool for a few minutes before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
The Chocolate Hazelnut Twist is a beautiful pastry with a golden brown crust and a twisted shape. The Nutella and hazelnuts create a rich and nutty flavor that complements the soft and fluffy bread. The egg wash gives the pastry a shiny finish that makes it look even more appetizing.
Type: Pastry, Dessert

Main Ingredients:

- Flour
- Nutella
- Hazelnuts