Okay, so we admit that we're low-key obsessed with Nutella. After all, how else could we feel about the spread that brings us the euphoria of the molten centre of a Ferrero Rocher?
So in honour of all things Nutella, here are our favourite ways to celebrate the chocolate hazelnut spread that brings so much joy to our inner (and outer) child.
1. Chimney cake with Nutella (kürtoskalács)
A popular Hungarian street snack, this yeast pastry is coiled around rolling-pin shaped moulds, then baked on a rotisserie until golden, and finally dusted in sugar or other toppings, such as nuts, chocolate or sprinkles. The result is a hollow, cylindrical-shaped pastry which is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.
Chimney cake with Nutella (kürtoskalács) Source: John Laurie
2. Scroll it up!
Cinnamon scrolls are amazing, but that amazing filling-to-bread ratio can also be applied to Nutella! Simply take your , and substitute the filling with a luscious spread of Nutella. Then share with loved ones! Or not. We don't judge.
Finnish cinnamon rolls (korvapuusti) Source: Sini Ellen
3. Eat it out of the jar
If you haven't seen it yet, we've got a treat for you! There's a Nutella hack floating around that involves using ice cream to clean out the last dregs of the Nutella jar. Mind blown? Well, we think that it can be taken a step further! Collect those near-empty jars and fill them with to make individual desserts, or even . The world is your oyster jar, baby!
4. Put it on things
Ice cream, brownies, banana bread, cereal, pancakes... it's not rocket science but it really had to be said. But hey, don't let us tell you what to do. Get creative!
is perfect when you want to combine your piazzolo passion with your favourite spread.
Chocolate hazelnut pizza Source: Feast magazine
5. And in things
Pastry, to be exact. From to the classic , any pastry that would be filled with chocolate or jam would be a great candidate for a little Nutella lovin'. Simply freeze small portions of Nutella on a tray if the filling requires firm pieces. Then bake, and watch it oooooze.
Pain au chocolat
6. In dumplings
Glutinous rice balls have been eaten for generations in the Chinese culture to represent family-togetherness. But the traditional red bean or black sesame filling might not be for everyone. Solution? Fill them with Nutella. Simply freeze half-teaspoonfuls of Nutella on a tray, before wrapping them in their soft chewy skins.
Soft-centred white chocolate dumplings with peanut and coconut praline Source: Derek Swalwell
7. Peanut butter cookies
Our homage to the original nut butter. Our cookie recipe is crisp on the outside with a soft cake-like centre. Great as a snack or sandwich a pair together with a soft scoop of caramel ice-cream. If you find that your cookies are spreading too much, feel free to drop the amount of Nutella to ⅓ of a cup
Peanut butter cookies Source: China Squirrel
8. Hazelnut meringues with chocolate cream
These meringues are laced with ground hazelnuts and served with a creamy chocolate custard to create a dessert that is both light and robust.
Hazelnut meringues with chocolate cream Source: Alan Benson
9. Classic crepes
Nutella crepes are totally a breakfast thing, okay? Sometimes simple sweets really are the best and a floppy crepe, with a smattering of sugar, a squeeze of citrus and an indulgence of cream is all you need. calls on 1 cup of Nutella or Eurocrem. Either way, dessert for breakfast, lunch or dinner is looking rather like a reality right now.
Now, go forth and party like it's World Nutella Day!
Plasma crepes with nutella and sour cherries Source: Destination Flavour
