Description
Nussecken, or German Nut Corners, are delightful triangular treats with a buttery base, apricot jam, a crunchy nut topping, and a chocolate finish. These traditional German desserts are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened and divided
Filling:
- 3 tablespoons apricot jam
Nut Topping:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped hazelnuts or mixed nuts
Chocolate Coating:
- 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, ½ cup sugar, vanilla extract, egg, and ½ cup softened butter. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Press the dough into the pan.
- Add the jam: Warm the apricot jam and spread it over the dough.
- Make the nut topping: Melt butter, sugar, water, and honey in a saucepan. Fold in the nuts and spread the mixture over the jam.
- Bake: for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Cool, then cut into triangles.
- Coat with chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate and dip the corners of each triangle. Let the chocolate set.
Notes
- You can use almonds, walnuts, or a nut mix instead of hazelnuts.
- Chilling the bars briefly before cutting can make slicing easier.
