A week of Nutella: Brownies

Day 4: Brownies with Nutella

This is one of my own design.  I didn't search for any recipes though, so there are probably some out there.  I had the thought of making brownies, and then another blog I follow posted a brownie recipe - so I figure it was some sort of sign.

I replaced 1/4 c of the butter with Nutella.  The nutella taste is pretty masked.  I can barely taste it, but come on, they are brownies, so they of course, are delicious.  I will definitely be making this recipe again without the nutella, because it is delicious, and very easy.  If I were to try a nutella brownie again, I think I would either replace more of the butter or make sort of a nutella surprise brownie, with a layer of nutella right in the middle.  Mmmm that sounds really good actually.

I found the recipe here: at http://jessicandesigns.blogspot.com/
You should definitely go check out her site.  She is having a giveaway once she reaches 100 followers and she is getting really close. I really enjoy her blog - and she has some great things for sale in her etsy shop!

Nutella Brownies

1 2/3 c sugar
1/2 c butter
1/4 c Nutella  (change this to butter if you want just regular brownies or up the amount for some more of that great Nutella flavor)
2 Tbsp water
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
1 1/3 c flour
3/4 c cocoa  (I actually used less- 1/2 c - because I didn't have enough - and I thought it would let the nutella flavor stand out more)
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
chocolate chips to sprinkle on top (I didn't do this step)

Preheat oven to 375.  Mix sugar, butter, nutella, and water.  Add eggs and vanilla.  Mix dry ingredients together separately.  Add to sugar mix.  Pour into greased 9x9 pan.  Bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.  I actually pulled mine out a little early, so it was very gooey in the middle - but then I accidentally left them uncovered overnight.... and now they are just perfect. :)

Tune in tomorrow for the final day of Nutella goodness.  I know a week is 7 days, but I'm going for a work week, since I started on Monday, and since I'm running out of Nutella. :)

A week of Nutella: Ice Cream

Day 3: Ice Cream (!!!)

This was my first search - I KNEW there had to be recipes out there for ice cream.  And I was not disappointed.  The only problem was that I needed a recipe I could make without a ice cream maker - as I don't own one.


The one I used basically called for equal parts evaporated milk and nutella. (I use 1/4 c each)  Microwave to mix better.  Chill for 2 hours in refrigerator.  Then freeze - taking out every hour to mix, until it is frozen.  Mine didn't take too long because I didn't want to make too much to conserve my Nutella.  


It was good - but a little too sweet for me.  I would love to taste a more involved version that uses an ice cream maker.  Here are some that I found:


http://www.sugarlaws.com/nutella-ice-cream

http://www.sassyradish.com/2010/09/nutella-ice-cream/

If any of you make any let me know how it turns out!

Oh and here is where I found the recipe I used - also includes ice cream maker instructions and how to make your own "nutella" if you want.
http://kittbo.blogspot.com/2008/01/challah-with-chocolate-almond-filling.html

A week of Nutella: Glaze

Day 2: Nutella Glaze

Today I also revisit a recipe I featured a little under a year ago - Baked Doughnuts

I noticed that I said I would make the doughnuts again, and it took almost a year for me to make them again... This time they turned out amazing.  I took them out of the oven as soon as there was a hint of tan on them.  They were definitely not the light fluffy normal glazed doughnut; they were more dense/ doughy, but so wonderful.  As they were cooking I dreamed up my next exciting thing to make with Nutella.

Nutella Glaze

I put a spoonful of Nutella in a microwavable container with a bit of milk.  Heated it in the microwave for about 25 seconds.  Used a little whisk and whisked away.  Added a bit of powdered sugar until it was a good consistency.

I had about 6 doughnut holes that I covered completely.  And coated the top of one doughnut.  (The others I treated with a cinnamon sugar dip.)

It was excellent.  I thought maybe the powdered sugar would overpower the Nutella, but not so.  It was completely wonderful.

A week of Nutella: Hot Chocolate

I bought some Nutella on Saturday.  It's great.

I was wondering how else it could be used - besides just slathering it on some bread.

So was born this week's series:  Exciting things to make with Nutella.

I'm sure there are many ideas already running about cyperspace - and I'll search for them, but so far, I haven't had to.

Day One:  Nutella Hot Chocolate

This isn't my original idea.  I had this marvelous beverage while in Lancaster, PA at Rachel's Cafe and Creperie.  (Oh my goodness I had the best meal there, if you are ever in Lancaster, I highly recommend!!)  They have several menu items involving Nutella.

My version is this:

Make a cup of hot chocolate as you normally would only half the amount of hot chocolate mix (you probably wouldn't have to do this, but I didn't want it to be too intense.)  I also used milk.

Add a spoonful of Nutella.  Whisk away.  I actually used my little frother to help with this and it worked great.  The end result was wonderful.  Had that distinct Nutella flavor.


I'd love to hear any suggestions, please comment!!