Nutella Florentine Lace Cookies

Elegant Crispiness Meets Chocolate-Hazelnut Charm: A Cookie Lover’s Dream

Nutella Florentine Lace Cookies

These Nutella Florentine Lace Cookies are a delightful treat that combine the crispiness of lace cookies with the rich flavor of Nutella. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a luxurious snack with your afternoon coffee, these cookies feature a delicate texture and a chocolate-hazelnut filling that everyone loves. Whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself, these cookies add a touch of elegance to any occasion.

Ingredients -

- 1 cup slivered almonds (or whole almonds, finely chopped)

- 1/2 cup pecans

- 1 stick of butter (115 g)

- 3/4 cup brown sugar

- 1/4 cup honey

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 3 tablespoons flour

- Nutella

Instructions -

1. Finely chop almonds and pecans in a food processor using pulses to prevent creating nut butter.

2. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine butter, brown sugar, and honey. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally with a whisk.

3. Off the heat, stir in vanilla extract. Whisk in flour until no clumps remain.

4. Incorporate the chopped nuts with a rubber spatula until the mixture is evenly combined.

5. Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.

6. Choose a measuring spoon (1/2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, or 1/2 tablespoon) based on the desired cookie size. Note that these cookies spread significantly: a 1/2 teaspoon will yield roughly a 2-inch diameter cookie (~5 cm), while a 1/2 tablespoon will create a 3.5-4 inch cookie (~8-10 cm). Space the cookies accordingly on the baking sheet to accommodate the spread.

7. Bake one tray at a time on the middle rack for 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown, rotating the tray halfway through for even baking. While one batch is in the oven, prepare the second tray. Once the cookies have cooled slightly and can be easily removed, transfer them from the baking sheet to continue with the next batch.

8. Once completely cooled, spread Nutella on one cookie and top with another to form a sandwich.

Treat yourself and your guests to these exquisite Nutella Florentine Lace Cookies, perfect for any special occasion or as a delightful everyday snack.

Have you tried this? please let me know what you think in the comments! feel free to ask any questions :)