Nutella Croissants Air Fryer (Printable Version)

Flaky croissants warmed in an air fryer with a rich Nutella spread for a quick indulgence.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pastries

01 - 4 store-bought croissants

→ Spread

02 - 1/2 cup Nutella (chocolate-hazelnut spread)

→ Garnish (optional)

03 - 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts or powdered sugar

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Slice each croissant horizontally without cutting all the way through, creating a hinge.
03 - Spread about 2 tablespoons of Nutella inside each croissant and gently press the halves together.
04 - Place the filled croissants in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
05 - Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until croissants turn golden and Nutella melts.
06 - Carefully remove croissants and top with chopped hazelnuts or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired; serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent an hour laminating dough when really you spent five minutes spreading chocolate.
  • The contrast between the crispy exterior and molten Nutella center is genuinely addictive.
  • It works for breakfast, dessert, or that 3 PM moment when you need something indulgent but manageable.
02 -
  • Don't close the croissant completely before air frying or you'll trap steam and end up with a soggy middle instead of that perfect contrast.
  • Watch them closely after the three-minute mark because the difference between golden and burnt happens in about ninety seconds.
03 -
  • If your croissants are slightly stale, a quick air fry actually revives them better than reheating them any other way.
  • Spread Nutella on parchment paper first, then cut it to fit, if you find yourself being impatient like I do and just want to eat them faster.
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