Ingredients and Weight:
- Plain flour: 3 cups (375 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (113 grams), softened
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 grams)
- Eggs: 4 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Nutella: 1 jar (about 300 grams)
- Confectioners' sugar: for dusting
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 3 hours (including baking and cooling time)
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (excluding baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, softened butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined and smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, spread Nutella evenly over the entire surface of the baked sheet.
- Starting from one end, roll up the sheet tightly into a log shape while holding it gently to avoid breaking it.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: Approx. 500 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: Approx. 25 grams per serving (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 65 grams per serving
- Protein: Approx. 8 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics:
- A sweet and rich dessert with a soft, cake-like texture and a strong Nutella flavor.
- The combination of vanilla and Nutella creates a unique flavor profile that is loved by Americans.
- The roll is dusted with confectioners' sugar for a sweet and crispy finish.
User Comments:
- "This Nutella roll was amazing! The texture was so soft and the flavor was incredible."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it tastes like a five-star dessert."
- "My family loved this dish, especially the sweet and crispy outside layer."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature eggs for best results.
- Use a thin baking sheet to ensure even baking and spreading of the mixture.
- Handle the rolled cake gently to avoid breaking it while rolling and unrolling it.