Nutella Tartlets
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 853
- Carbohydrates g 102.3
- of which sugars g 54.6
- Protein g 11.9
- Fats g 44.1
- of which saturated fat g 20.82
- Fiber g 2.3
- Cholesterol mg 213
- Sodium mg 31
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 45 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Very low
- Note + the resting time of the shortcrust pastry in the fridge
PRESENTATION
So, crostatine alla Nutella is Italy’s delicious answer to snack cravings for both kids and adults. These Nutella tartlets—which are super fun—show off that classic combo of pasta frolla, a soft, buttery Italian pastry dough, and a big scoop of Nutella right in the center. I mean, the dough chills in the fridge before baking, so the crust ends up crispy and holds together really well when you take a bite. And you know what? In Italy, people don’t just stick with the usual lattice decoration. You’ll often see little stars, hearts, or simple stripes on top, making each mini Nutella pie unique. That extra touch isn’t just for looks; it gives you some tender edges that mix perfectly with the sweet filling. These Nutella pastries pop up everywhere—from celebrations and after-school snacks to quick treats at family gatherings. Folks love that they’re homemade instead of store-bought. And look, Italian families often make a big batch, letting the kids help with decorating, so everyone gets a say in how their tart looks. That homemade pasta frolla is a big deal in Italy, as it’s lighter and more moist than packaged desserts. Plus, using real Nutella gives these easy Nutella desserts a rich chocolate hazelnut flavor that’s really, really hard to beat. Whether you stick with the lattice or go wild with your own designs, you end up with these golden individual Nutella tarts that feel special. With so many ways to finish them, you’re never bored, and honestly, you always end up with something more exciting than anything from the store. These homemade Nutella tarts turn any regular day into something a bit more fun, sharing a sweet taste of Italian baking at home. The whole experience is a really good way to bring a piece of Italy into your kitchen, making every bite a little moment of joy. Pretty much.
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INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for 4 Tartlets
- Butter ½ cup (125 g) - (cold from the fridge)
- Type 00 flour 2 cups (250 g)
- Lemon peel - half
- Egg yolks 2
- Powdered sugar ¾ cup (100 g)
- For the Filling
- Nutella 0.67 cup (180 g)
How to prepare Nutella Tartlets
To prepare the Nutella tartlets, start with the shortcrust pastry: in a mixer, place the sifted flour, a pinch of salt, and the butter just taken out of the fridge, roughly chopped 1. Blend everything until you get a sandy texture 2; pour the resulting mixture onto a work surface (or in a bowl) and add the sifted powdered sugar; create a well and in the center pour the grated lemon zest 3
and the egg yolks 4. Mix everything first with a fork, then when the eggs have absorbed the flour, you can continue by hand. Knead just enough to bring the dough together 5 so that the pastry does not warm too much from the heat of your hands and remains flaky. Form a dough ball and flatten it before wrapping it in plastic wrap 6; place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
After the necessary time, roll out the dough 7 to a thickness of about ¼ inch and with a pastry cutter (or a cup) with a diameter of 5 ¼ inches, cut out 4 disks 8. Place them in tartlet molds of about 4 ¾ inches in diameter, previously buttered and floured 9.
Press well the bottom and the edges 10, remove the excess dough 11, then place again in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes. Then prick the base of the tartlets, add Nutella 12 up to the edge.
With the leftover shortcrust pastry, you can make decorations, like the classic lattices 13, or little stars or flowers. Bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for about 15 minutes (320°F for 5-8 minutes if using a convection oven). Once baked 14, take out the Nutella tartlets and let them cool on a rack, then remove them from the molds 15 and serve them to your children as a delicious snack!