Pandoro Tortini with Apples, Walnuts, and Nutella®
Category: Desserts
Servings: 12
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Nutella® | 180g |
| Pandoro | 3kg |
| Golden Delicious Apples | 800g |
| Walnuts (shelled) | 180g |
| Sugar | 60g |
| Orange Juice | 1 |
| Butter | 60g |
| Red Currants | q.b. (to taste) |
| Mint | q.b. (to taste) |
Instructions
- To begin, melt the butter over low heat and set it aside to cool slightly.
- Wash and dry the apples. Cut them in half, remove the core, and slice them into small, even cubes, leaving the skin intact.
- Roughly chop the walnuts and set them aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the apple cubes with sugar and toss to coat.
- Sauté the apples in a pan over medium heat until they begin to soften and caramelize, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure they cook evenly and develop a slight golden-brown color.
- Slice the Pandoro into thin slices, about half a centimeter thick.
- Using a round cookie cutter (approximately 7 cm in diameter), cut out 12 rounds from the Pandoro slices. You will need 6 rounds for the base of the tortini and 6 for the top.
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a muffin tin with half of the melted butter.
- Place the 6 Pandoro discs in the muffin tin, pressing them firmly into the bottom and along the edges to form a base.
- Toast the Pandoro in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, or until slightly golden.
- Remove the tin from the oven and fill each Pandoro base with a generous amount of the caramelized apple mixture.
- Brush the tops of the filled tortini with the remaining melted butter.
- Let the tortini cool slightly before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.
- To finish, spoon 15g of Nutella® onto the top of each tortino, using a small spoon to spread it evenly.
- Garnish with any remaining apple filling and a sprig of red currants for an extra touch of color and flavor. Optionally, add a fresh mint leaf for an aromatic finish.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, you can add a dash of cinnamon or a sprinkle of orange zest to the caramelized apples.
- The combination of the soft Pandoro, warm apples, crunchy walnuts, and the smooth Nutella® creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for a cozy dessert or holiday treat!
