"Chocaholics know that there is chocolate and then there is Nutella. The creamy and delicious chocolate and hazelnut spread has been around since the 1940s, and despite the many imitations that have appeared in the market, Nutella continues to be the favourite guilty pleasure of chocaholics around the world. It is not surprising that die-hard Nutella fans decided to start the Nutella Day tradition back in 2007. This sweet celebration was launched through social networks by a blogger and Nutella fan, and soon tens of thousands of like-minded Nutella devotees showed their appreciation for the chocolatey delight online.
So, Nutella fans of the world unite! Celebrate the existence of this delicious chocolate spread by grabbing a spoon and getting creative with hundreds of Nutella recipes. Start your Nutella Day with a classic Nutella-on-pancakes breakfast and follow with a shaken espresso with a dash of Nutella. On this day, add Nutella to your cupcakes, ice cream, mousse, or even to savoury dishes. Your imagination is the limit!"
Happy "Nutella" Day!
~A day to celebrate Nutella, well, that's my kind of day! ...Yes, Please! This chocolate loving woman most definitely, and happily, is all in for joining in a day of celebration that's all about Nutella.
I love Nutella! I discovered it late in life, and I must say I have been making up for lost time. I search for new and exciting ways to use Nutella in recipes now.
I've featured a few recipes here on the blog using Nutella:
~This is impressive and delicious! Enjoy for breakfast, as a dessert, or anytime!
~Want to bring french toast to a whole new level? Try this recipe!
* Nutella Brownie Bites
~This recipe has been very popular. The Nutella Brownie Bites are so easy to make, are made using three ingredients, and they're a must try!
~This recipe has been very popular. The Nutella Brownie Bites are so easy to make, are made using three ingredients, and they're a must try!
~Here's the latest recipe I have found that is a delicious and decadent dessert idea that's out of the ordinary. A Dessert Panini. a Nutella-Dessert Panini! This is something else, and something delicious! I altered the original recipe that called for marshmallow creme, and used mascarpone-(a sweet Italian cream cheese) instead. The choice is yours to do whichever you prefer.
Nutella Dessert Panini
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons chocolate-hazelnut spread
1 tablespoon mascarpone
4 strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons salted butter, softened
1 teaspoon powdered sugar
Directions:
Toast the almonds in a pan over medium heat until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
Spread one slice of the sourdough bread with a thick layer of the chocolate-hazelnut spread. Spread the other slice of bread with the mascarpone. Layer sliced strawberries on top of the chocolate-hazelnut spread, then top with a sprinkling of almonds. Next place the other slice of bread on top, mascarpone-side down. Press the 2 slices together.
Butter the top side of the sandwich and then put it on a hot panini maker butter-side down. Butter the other side that is now facing-up. Close the lid and cook until the sandwich is toasted and warmed through. (If you do not have a panini maker, you can grill the sandwich in a skillet, laying another heavy skillet on top of the sandwich to press it together, or use a grill press. Turn to grill the other side of the panini in the same way.)
Sprinkle with powdered sugar, cut in half and serve!
Recipe adapted from: http://www.foodnetwork.com
Enjoy!...
Here are some interesting facts about Nutella: Nutella facts -Things you dont know about Nutella
There is also a book: Nutella World: 50 Years Innovation
There is also a book: Nutella World: 50 Years Innovation
