Description
Almond Nutella Cake (Dacquoise) is a luxurious dessert that beautifully marries the nutty flavor of almond meringue with the velvety richness of Nutella. This sophisticated cake features delicate layers of airy almond meringue, which are sandwiched with creamy Nutella and whipped heavy cream. Its unique texture and delightful taste make it a showstopper for any occasion, whether it’s a festive celebration or an intimate gathering. Surprisingly easy to prepare, this recipe allows you to create a stunning dessert that impresses without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup caster sugar
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line three baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add caster sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks develop.
- Gently fold in almond flour until fully incorporated.
- Spoon equal amounts onto the prepared baking sheets, smoothing into discs, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow layers to cool completely before assembling with whipped heavy cream and Nutella.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better meringue volume.
Consider adding berries or whipped cream between layers for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg