Sweet Rolls for Buffet

The sweet rolls for buffet are tasty little bites that can be prepared in various versions. Here, I would suggest a simple recipe to make chocolate and hazelnut sweet rolls, inspired by Italian flavors. If you’re interested in another type of sweet rolls, let me know and I can provide a different recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 package of rectangular puff pastry
• Nutella or hazelnut spread
• Chopped hazelnuts
• Powdered sugar (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a work surface and spread a uniform layer of Nutella or spreadable hazelnut cream over it.
3. Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts over the hazelnut cream, distributing them evenly.
4. Roll the puff pastry from the long side, forming a cylinder.
5. Cut the cylinder into slices about 2 cm thick, to obtain the rolls.
6. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each one.
7. Bake the rolls for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
8. Let them cool on a wire rack and, if desired, before serving, dust them with powdered sugar.

These charming chocolate and hazelnut rolls are perfect to serve as buffet treats. Alternatively, you can fill them with jam, pastry cream, or other ingredients you prefer.

Fun Facts

The sweet rolls for buffet can be adapted to many tastes and variations. In Italy, the combination of chocolate and hazelnut (known as “gianduia”) is particularly beloved and closely connected to the city of Turin and Piedmont, a region famous for its fine hazelnuts.