Ingredients
1 package (10 ounces) frozen puff pastry shells, thawed1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 to 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup mascarpone cheese1/2 cup Nutella1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chipsAdditional miniature semisweet chocolate chips, melted, optional2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, toasted
Preparation
Bake pastry shells according to package directions. Cool completely.
In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form.
In another bowl, beat mascarpone cheese, Nutella and cinnamon until blended. Fold in whipped cream and chocolate chips. Spoon into pastry shells. If desired, drizzle with melted chocolate. Sprinkle with hazelnuts. Refrigerate until serving.
