Nutella Phyllo Triangles (Greek Bakery Style)
Crispy, flaky, and filled with rich chocolate-hazelnut spread, these Nutella-Filled Phyllo Triangles are a modern twist on classic baklava. Layers of buttery phyllo are brushed with Nutella, sprinkled with finely chopped nuts, folded into triangles, baked until golden, and finished with a drizzle of sweet syrup. Inspired by the pastries at Veneti bakery in Greece, they’re an irresistible treat for coffee or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) phyllo pastry, thawed
- 33 oz (950g) Nutella (or other chocolate-hazelnut spread)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts, walnuts, or pistachios (light sprinkle per layer)
- 4 oz/ 133g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
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Prepare the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar,...: Prepare the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, honey, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool completely. Discard lemon peel and cinnamon stick before using.
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Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350 °F (180...: Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Assemble the Triangles:
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Warm the so that it is at a...: Warm the so that it is at a spreadable thin consistency. Transfering some to a piping bag will make it easier to spread onto the phyllo and will make less of a mess.
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Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a clean...: Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a clean and dry work surface. Brush lightly with butter. Drizzle some chocolate spread on top and gently spread it. It will not cover the entire sheet and if the phyllo is breaking stop spreading the chocolate as it will melt in the oven and spread enough.
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Sprinkle a light layer of the ground walnuts...: Sprinkle a light layer of the ground walnuts on top. Fold the sheet into thirds (the long way-see video)
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Place a teaspoon of the nutella at the...: Place a teaspoon of the nutella at the bottom of the strip of phyllo and fold up into a triangle (see video)
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Bake: Arrange triangles seam-side down on the prepared...: Bake: Arrange triangles seam-side down on the prepared tray. Brush tops with butter. Bake 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
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Finish with Syrup: Remove from oven and immediately...: Finish with Syrup: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle cooled syrup over the hot triangles. Let stand 30 minutes to soak lightly.
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Serve: Best enjoyed warm or at room temperature,...: Serve: Best enjoyed warm or at room temperature, with coffee or Greek-style espresso.
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