Low Fat Nussecken (Nut Corners)

Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of Low Fat Nussecken (Nut Corners)—a healthier twist on the traditional German treat! This recipe swaps out butter for low-fat margarine and adds unsweetened applesauce to create a tender base while keeping the fat content in check. Topped with a golden honey glaze infused with chopped walnuts and hazelnuts, these bars are baked to perfection and finished with a drizzle of luscious semisweet chocolate. Perfectly balanced between indulgence and mindfulness, these nut corners make an irresistible snack or dessert. With just 30 minutes of prep time and 35 minutes of baking, this easy, wholesome recipe yields 20 servings of deliciously satisfying bites. Ideal for holiday baking, tea time, or gifting, these Low Fat Nussecken are sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 300 g All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 100 g Unsweetened applesauce
• 100 g Sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 50 g Low-fat margarine
• 150 g Walnuts, chopped
• 150 g Hazelnuts, chopped
• 100 g Low-fat margarine (for topping)
• 100 g Honey
• 100 g Semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, sugar, vanilla extract, egg, and 50g of margarine until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Press this dough evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

In a saucepan over low heat, melt 100g of margarine and honey together, stirring until smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped walnuts and hazelnuts, ensuring they are well coated with the honey-margarine mixture.

Step 7

Spread the nut mixture evenly over the dough base on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 9

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly, about 15 minutes.

Step 10

While cooling, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, cut the baked crescent into triangular or rectangular pieces.

Step 12

Drizzle or dip the corners of each piece into the melted chocolate to create signature nut corners.

Step 13

Allow the chocolate to set before serving or storing the Nussecken in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1222.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4903.9

Total Fat 284.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 3164.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 532.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.5g	0%
Total Sugars 257.2g
Protein 92.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 414.6mg	0%
Iron 31.0mg	0%
Potassium 2507.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 42.1%