Nutella® Sweet Cubes – A Delightful Dessert
Category: Desserts
Serves: 6
If you’re looking for a sweet, indulgent treat that will leave a lasting impression on your guests, these Nutella® Sweet Cubes are the answer! This dessert combines rich Nutella® with creamy mascarpone, fresh berries, and delicate hints of vanilla, all encased in a soft, fluffy sponge. The result? A heavenly bite-sized treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Brown sugar | 180g |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 280g |
| Plain natural yogurt | 125g |
| Baking powder | 8g |
| Eggs | 110g |
| Whole milk | 150g |
| Butter | 100g |
| Vanilla bean | 1 |
| Mascarpone cheese | 100g |
| Fresh cream (liquid) | 100g |
| Wildflower honey | 50g |
| Raspberries | To taste |
| Currants (or Redcurrants) | To taste |
| Thyme leaves | To taste |
| Colorful sugar candies | To taste |
| Nutella® | 90g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Sponge:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and brown sugar for about 2 minutes using an electric whisk. Add a pinch of salt and continue whisking.
- Slowly pour in the melted butter (make sure it’s not too hot), and mix until everything is well combined.
- Stir in the yogurt until smooth.
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Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
- Sift in the flour and baking powder to the mixture. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod and add them to the batter.
- Whisk everything together for a couple of minutes until well combined and smooth.
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Bake the Cubes:
- Grease 6 square-shaped molds (6×6 cm) without a bottom, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using a piping bag, fill each mold with the batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 20 minutes or until the tops are golden and firm to the touch.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Once the cubes are baked, allow them to cool completely.
- Carefully cut off the top layer (about 1 cm) of each cube using a serrated knife.
- With the help of a small paring knife or spoon, hollow out the center of each cube, leaving about 1 cm of sponge around the edge. Set the tops aside.
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Make the Mascarpone Cream:
- In a bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, fresh cream, and vanilla seeds. Add the honey and mix well.
- Using an electric whisk, beat for just a few seconds until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble the Cubes:
- Transfer the mascarpone cream into a piping bag without a nozzle.
- Pipe the creamy filling into each hollowed-out cube.
- Take the tops you set aside earlier and cut them into squares large enough to cover the filled center of the cubes.
- Place each square on top of the mascarpone filling to close the cubes.
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Decorate:
- Dust the sides of each cube with powdered sugar for a beautiful, snowy effect.
- Transfer Nutella® to a piping bag fitted with a flat, ridged nozzle (16×2 mm), and decorate the top of each cube with Nutella® in a swirled pattern.
- Finish with fresh raspberries, currants, thyme leaves, and colorful sugar candies shaped like snowflakes for a festive touch.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Allow the Nutella® Sweet Cubes to chill for a short while in the fridge before serving. They’re now ready to impress with their delicate flavor and eye-catching presentation!
These Nutella® Sweet Cubes combine the simplicity of a classic sponge cake with luxurious fillings and a festive appearance, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion—from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. Each bite offers the rich flavor of Nutella® paired perfectly with fresh cream and vibrant berries, delivering a sweet, decadent treat that’s sure to leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy!
