Description
Experience the exquisite delight of Almond Nutella Cake (Dacquoise), a luxurious dessert that features delicate layers of almond meringue filled with rich, creamy Nutella. This stunning cake not only captivates with its elegant presentation but also delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, this recipe makes it easy to create a memorable culinary masterpiece at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add caster sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in almond flour, ensuring the mixture remains airy.
- Pipe circles of meringue onto the prepared sheets using drawn templates.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until lightly golden, then cool completely on wire racks.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff and layer Nutella and whipped cream between meringue pieces to assemble the cake.
Notes
Customize your filling by mixing in crushed nuts or fruit puree for added flavor.
For a lighter alternative, use whipped coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg