Apricot-Hazelnut Triangles
Buttery, soft, chewy, and loaded with hazelnuts and apricots, these sweet bars are packed with flavor and the perfect recipe for those days when you need a quick, yet impressive dessert. This recipe is our version of the classic German biscuit, Nussecken, which is sold in many German bakeries. These triangles feature a shortcrust pastry base, a fruity layer of apricot jam, a crumbly topping of roasted hazelnuts and made complete by being dipped in melted chocolate. The perfect finish for this already delightful treat! Who could resist? Certainly not us!
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How to Make Apricot-Hazelnut Triangles
- To start, pulse the hazelnuts in a food processor until finely chopped.
- In a small bowl, cream butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture.
- Press dough into a greased 8-in. square baking pan; spread with preserves. Add chopped apricot
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, water, and remaining sugar; stir in hazelnuts. Spread over preserves.
- Bake until edges are golden brown and center is set, 30-35 minutes.
- Cool 15 minutes on a wire rack. Cut into sixteen 2-in. squares. Cut squares into triangles. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- Dip 1 side of each triangle halfway into melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
- Enjoy and store leftovers in an airtight container.
How to Store Apricot-Hazelnut Triangles
Stored in an airtight container, these biscuits will keep up to a week.
Can I Freeze Them?
Yes you can! Just make sure they are cooled completely and then wrap well, placing a layer of greaseproof paper in between each layer. They can freeze for up to 2 months.
Recipe Tips
- Use a ruler when cutting out the squares and triangles – this helps keep things tidy and the edges straight.
- To dip the corners in chocolate: pour the chocolate into a small, deep bowl. Dip a corner into the chocolate then wait a few seconds before you dip the other corner, this helps prevent the chocolate from dripping down the sides.
- If you love chocolate, you can dip all the sides in chocolate rather than just the corners.
- You can make mini bite-sized triangles by cutting the triangles in half. These are similar to petit fours and make great gifts!
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