Lionel Messi's first-half spot kick, which saw Barcelona open up a seven point lead at the top of La Liga, was his 30th goal of the season.
Lionel Messi hit his 30th goal of the season for the 11th straight year
Messi has now reached the 30 goals mark for the past 11 successive seasons, another sign of his incredible longevity at the top of La Liga.
The breakthrough came when Gerard Pique was fouled in the area and Messi dispatched from 12 yards.
Barcelona move seven points clear at the top of La Liga
He struck the penalty on the volley but keeper Jordi Masip palmed it away in spectacular fashion to give Valladolid hope.
Kevin Prince Boateng made his La Liga debut for Barca and had a one-on-one opportunity with Masip that he blew.
Boateng was replaced by Luis Suarez and Barca moved seven points clear.
Ousmane Dembele dances past an opponent at the Camp Nou
Kevin Prince Boateng made his first La Liga start for Barca and was replaced by Luis Suarez after an hour
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