Name: Hazelnut DELUXE Pastry: The best dessert you've ever tasted!
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 7 egg whites; a pinch of salt; 250 g granulated sugar; 5 egg yolks; 200 g ground hazelnuts; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs; 1 can of caramelized sweetened condensed milk; 250 g butter; 250 g chopped walnuts

Preparation procedure

Preparation of the base: Whip the egg whites and a pinch of salt into stiff peaks. Gradually beat in the sugar until you get a glossy, firm meringue. Fold in the egg yolks one at a time. Mix the ground hazelnuts with the baking soda and add to the egg mixture. Finally stir in the breadcrumbs and gently combine into a smooth batter.
Baking: Spread the batter evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 20 minutes. Let the base cool.
Preparation of the cream: Lightly toast the chopped walnuts in a dry pan and let cool. Beat the butter until fluffy and gradually beat in the caramelized condensed milk. Stir the toasted nuts into the finished cream.
Finishing: Spread the prepared cream over the cooled base. Level it out and sprinkle the top with chopped nuts. Refrigerate the pastry for at least 2–3 hours so it can set nicely.

Preparation time:

approx. 45 minutes + 2–3 hours chilling

Number of servings:

12–16 servings

Conclusion:

This hazelnut pastry is not only visually attractive, but above all incredibly tasty. The combination of hazelnuts and walnuts with caramel cream makes it a perfect festive dessert that every sweet lover will adore. Ideal with a cup of coffee or as a dessert for family celebrations. Try it once and you’ll bake it again and again!