Recipe

Ferratelle with Nutella Filling

Heavenly Nutella-Stuffed Ferratelle: A Delightful Italian Treat

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian cuisine with this recipe for Ferratelle. These thin, crispy waffle-like cookies are traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions in Italy. In this recipe, we take it up a notch by filling them with creamy Nutella, creating a heavenly treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Dessert› Ferratelle

European cuisine› Mediterranean cuisine› Italian cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

15 minutes

Total time

35 minutes

Yields

12 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Nut-free (without the Nutella filling), Soy-free, Peanut-free, Kosher

Allergens

Wheat (gluten), Eggs, Dairy (butter, Nutella)

Not suitable for

Vegan, Gluten-free (contains wheat flour), Dairy-free (contains butter and Nutella)

Ingredients

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs 3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Nutella, for filling Nutella, for filling

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
Fat: 9g (5g saturated)
Carbohydrates: 22g (12g sugars)
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
2.
Preheat the Ferratelle iron mold according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3.
Place a spoonful of batter onto the center of each mold, close the iron, and cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
4.
Carefully remove the Ferratelle from the iron and let them cool on a wire rack.
5.
Once the Ferratelle have cooled, spread a generous amount of Nutella onto one cookie and sandwich it with another cookie.
6.
Repeat with the remaining Ferratelle until all are filled with Nutella.
7.
Serve the Ferratelle with Nutella filling and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Eggs — Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before adding them to the batter. This helps in achieving a smoother consistency.
Nutella — If you prefer a stronger Nutella flavor, you can add a little extra filling to each Ferratelle.

Tips & Tricks

To achieve a crispy texture, make sure the Ferratelle are cooked until golden brown.
If you don't have a Ferratelle iron mold, you can use a regular waffle iron instead.
Dust the Ferratelle with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Experiment with different fillings such as jam or chocolate ganache for variety.
Store the filled Ferratelle in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.