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Nussecken

Mouthwatering Nussecken: Elevate Your Dessert Game Today

Nussecken are rich, nutty treats with apricot jam, buttery shortbread, and hazelnuts, making them a must-try dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 16 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sugar for sweetening the base
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to enhance flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder for a light texture
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for the base
For the Apricot Layer
  • 1/3 cup apricot jam for sweet and tart flavor
For the Hazelnut Topping
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 5 tablespoons rum (or water) for added moisture
  • 1 cup light brown sugar for rich sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for flavor
  • 1 cup whole hazelnuts for crunch
  • 2 cups hazelnut meal (or almond meal) for nutty flavor
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chopped or in chips
  • 1 teaspoon butter optional for glaze

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven
  • Microwave

Method
 

Shortbread Base and Apricot Layer
  1. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
  4. Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking pan and spread apricot jam on top.
Hazelnut Topping
  1. Melt the unsalted butter and mix with rum (or water), brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
  2. Add whole hazelnuts and hazelnut meal, mixing until well combined.
  3. Pour the hazelnut mixture over the apricot jam, spreading evenly.
Baking and Glazing
  1. Bake in the oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
  2. Melt dark chocolate with optional butter and drizzle over the cooled dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store Nussecken in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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