Description
Knuspriger Mürbeteig, bedeckt mit einer goldenen, karamellisierten Nuss-Schicht, zart schmelzendem Butteraroma und feiner Vanillenote. Die Ecken sind schokoliert, knackig und unwiderstehlich nussig.
Ingredients
- 160 g Margarine oder Butter
- 300 g Mehl
- 2 Eier
- 160 g Zucker
- 1 Teelöffel Backpulver
- 1 Päckchen Vanillezucker
- 50 g Zucker
- 250 g Butter
- 2 Päckchen Vanillezucker
- 5 EL Wasser
- 250 g Haselnüsse (gehackt)
- 250 g Mandeln (gehackt oder gestiftet)
- ca. 4 EL Aprikosenmarmelade
- ca. 450 g Kuvertüre
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 170°C (340°F) with both top and bottom heat. Prepare a deep baking tray (about 30×40 cm) by lining it with baking paper. This will make removing the finished Nussecken much easier.
- To make the dough, place 160 g of margarine or butter (softened), 300 g of flour, 2 eggs, 160 g of sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 packet of vanilla sugar into a large mixing bowl. Knead the ingredients together, either by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, until a smooth, homogeneous dough forms.
- Press or roll the dough evenly onto the prepared baking tray, making sure it covers the entire surface in an even layer. Use your hands or a rolling pin to smooth it out.
- Spread approximately 4 tablespoons of apricot jam evenly over the dough. Use the back of a spoon or a pastry brush to ensure the jam covers the entire surface.
- Now prepare the nut topping: In a saucepan, melt 250 g of butter over low heat. Once the butter is fully melted, add 50 g of sugar, 2 packets of vanilla sugar, and 5 tablespoons of water. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Add 250 g of chopped hazelnuts and 250 g of chopped or slivered almonds into the butter mixture. Stir thoroughly so the nuts are completely coated in the buttery syrup.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the nut mixture cool for about 10 minutes. This ensures the topping thickens slightly and is easier to spread evenly.
- After cooling, gently and evenly distribute the nut mixture over the jam-covered dough on the baking tray. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth out the surface and ensure even coverage across the entire tray.
- Bake the assembled tray in the preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the nut topping is set. Check for doneness by gently pressing on the nuts; they should feel lightly firm.
- Remove the tray from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes, but while the Nussecken are still warm, use a sharp knife to cut them into squares, and then further cut the squares diagonally into triangles (traditional Nussecken shape). Let them cool completely on the tray.
- While the Nussecken are cooling, melt approximately 450 g of couverture chocolate (dark or milk, as preferred) in a heatproof bowl over a pot of gently simmering water, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Once the Nussecken are completely cooled, dip the pointed ends of each triangle into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the chocolate-dipped Nussecken onto a piece of baking paper and let the chocolate set completely before serving or storing.
- Store the finished Nussecken in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep fresh for about 1-2 weeks and are perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, you can lightly toast the nuts before adding them to the topping. Make sure to cut the Nussecken while they are still warm, as they may crumble if cut cold. If you prefer, you can substitute other types of nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to suit your taste. The amount of apricot jam can be adjusted to your preference for sweetness and fruitiness. Allow the chocolate to set completely before stacking or storing the Nussecken to prevent them from sticking together.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Kekse und Cookies Rezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Portionen
- Calories: 350-450
- Sugar: 11-16g
- Sodium: 500-800mg
- Fat: 17-25g
- Saturated Fat: 7-11g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 2-5g
- Protein: 15-25g
- Cholesterol: 60-100mg