Nutella Crescent Rolls Recipe from The Daily Dish

My First Nutella Surprise

I first made these for my grandson, Leo. He was having a tough Monday. I wanted a quick, happy treat. I had a tube of crescent rolls and a jar of Nutella. I thought, why not put them together?

His eyes got so wide when they came out of the oven. That matters. It shows how simple food can turn a day around. It’s not just about eating. It’s about a sweet moment shared. Do you have a go-to treat for cheering someone up?

Let’s Get Baking

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Open the crescent roll tube. That pop always makes me jump! I still laugh at that. Unroll the triangles on your counter. Now, spread the Nutella. Use a good spoonful.

Roll them up from the wide end to the point. Place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Watch them closely. You want them golden, not dark. Doesn’t that smell amazing?

The Magic of Warm & Sweet

Take them out of the oven. Let them cool just a minute. Then, dust them with powdered sugar. I use a little sieve. It looks like a light snow fell on them. This is the best part.

You must eat them warm. The chocolate is soft and gooey. The roll is flaky. This matters because warmth makes comfort food special. It’s a feeling you can’t get from a cold snack. Fun fact: The powdered sugar trick makes anything feel like a bakery treat!

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe is a great starter. It teaches you about oven timing. It shows how just two things can become one new, delicious thing. That’s a good lesson for cooking and for life.

It also gives you confidence. You made something wonderful in minutes. I think everyone needs that win sometimes. What’s the first thing you remember baking successfully?

Make It Your Own

You can change this up. Add sliced bananas before you roll. Or a sprinkle of sea salt on top. My friend adds a tiny marshmallow. It gets all toasty inside.

The base recipe is your friend. It welcomes your ideas. That’s the fun of being in the kitchen. So tell me, if you were to add one thing, what would it be? I love hearing new twists.

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Crescent rolls	8 rolls
Nutella	4 tablespoons	or more to taste
Powdered sugar	¼ cup	for dusting/coating

My Gooey Nutella Crescents

Hello, my dear. Come sit at the counter. Let’s make something sweet and simple. I remember my grandson’s face when he first tried these. His eyes got so wide! That chocolate-hazelnut smell fills the whole kitchen. Doesn’t that smell amazing? It feels like a warm hug. We use store-bought dough, which is a wonderful little shortcut. This is our secret for a quick, happy treat. I still laugh at that messy first batch we made. The Nutella was everywhere! But that’s how the best memories are baked.

• Step 1: First, heat your oven to 375 degrees. Get out a baking sheet. I just give mine a quick wipe with butter. Now, open that tube of crescent rolls. That *pop* always makes me jump! Unroll the dough on your counter. You’ll see the triangles. They are your little pastry canvases.
• Step 2: Take your Nutella. Spoon about half a tablespoon onto each triangle. Spread it gently with a knife. Leave a tiny clean edge at the point. (A hard-learned tip: If the Nutella is too thick, warm the jar in a bowl of warm water for a minute. It spreads like a dream!).
• Step 3: Time to roll! Start at the wide end of the triangle. Roll it right down to the point. Tuck the point underneath a little. This keeps it from unrolling. Place each crescent on your baking sheet. Give them some space to puff up and get friendly.
• Step 4: Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes. Please watch them after 10 minutes! Ovens can be sneaky. You want them golden and beautiful. The kitchen will smell incredible. Let them cool just for a minute on the sheet. Then, the magic dust! Sift powdered sugar over the top like a soft snow. Do you eat them right away or let them cool a bit? Share below!

Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8 crescent rolls
Category: Dessert, Snack

Three Tasty Twists to Try

Once you master the basic recipe, you can play! Here are my favorite simple twists. They make it feel brand new.

• The Banana Pocket: Add a few thin slices of banana on top of the Nutella before rolling.
• The Salty-Sweet Crunch: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over the Nutella. It’s so good.
• The Berry Jam Swirl: Mix a spoonful of raspberry jam with the Nutella. It becomes like a chocolate-berry pie.

Which one would you try first? Comment below!

Serving Them Up Right

These are perfect straight from the oven. But you can make them special. Serve a few on a big plate for sharing. A bowl of fresh strawberries on the side cuts the sweetness. For a fancy breakfast, add a dollop of whipped cream. It feels like a cafe!

What to drink? A cold glass of milk is the classic choice. It just belongs with chocolate. For the grown-ups, a small cup of rich espresso is lovely. The bitter coffee and sweet pastry are old friends. Which would you choose tonight?

Keeping Your Crescent Rolls Happy

Let’s talk about keeping these treats for later. They are best eaten warm from the oven. But you can save leftovers. Just let them cool completely first.

Then pop them into a container. Store it at room temperature for two days. To reheat, use your toaster oven for a few minutes. This brings back the flaky crust.

You can also freeze them before baking. Assemble the rolls on a tray. Freeze them solid, then move to a bag. Bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes.

I once froze a whole batch for my grandkids’ surprise visit. It made our morning so special and easy. Having a little joy ready in the freezer matters. It turns a busy day into a sweet memory.

Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Simple Fixes for Common Troubles

Sometimes cooking has little hiccups. Here are easy fixes. First, if your Nutella oozes out, you used too much. Just use a thin, even layer next time.

Second, if the rolls are pale, your oven might run cool. Let them bake a minute or two longer. I remember when mine came out doughy once. My oven needed a check.

Third, if they stick to the pan, grease it better. A little butter or spray does the trick. Fixing these small issues builds your confidence. It also makes sure every bite is delicious.

Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Quick Questions, Answered

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?

A: Yes! Use gluten-free crescent roll dough. Check the labels on your other ingredients too.

Q: Can I make them ahead?

A: Absolutely. Assemble them, cover the tray, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning.

Q: What can I use instead of Nutella?

A: Any chocolate spread works. You could even use jam or peanut butter.

Q: Can I double the recipe?

A: You sure can. Just use two baking sheets. Switch their oven positions halfway through baking.

Q: Any optional tips?

A: Sprinkle chopped nuts on the Nutella before rolling. *Fun fact: The first chocolate-hazelnut spread was made in Italy after WWII.*

Which tip will you try first?

From My Kitchen to Yours

I hope you love making these simple, sweet rolls. They always make my kitchen smell wonderful. I would love to see your creations.

Share a picture of your baking adventure. It makes me so happy to see your family’s smiles. Have you tried this recipe? Tag us on Pinterest!

Thank you for spending time with me today. Keep making simple, delicious memories.

Happy cooking!
—Anna Whitmore.