Low Sodium Nussecken (Nut Corners)

Delight your taste buds with these Low Sodium Nussecken (Nut Corners), a heart-healthy twist on the classic German confection. Perfectly balancing a crumbly shortbread base, a luscious layer of apricot jam, and a rich, caramelized nut topping made with walnuts and hazelnuts, this recipe offers all the indulgence without the excess sodium. Each triangular treat is dipped in velvety dark chocolate for a decadent finish you won't be able to resist. With minimal salt and a focus on natural flavors, these nut corners are ideal for a guilt-free dessert or an elegant addition to your holiday cookie platter. Ready in under an hour, this simple yet sophisticated recipe is sure to impress both your palate and your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 250 g All-purpose flour
• 200 g Unsalted butter
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 150 g Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 150 g Apricot jam
• 200 g Walnuts, finely chopped
• 200 g Hazelnuts, finely chopped
• 100 g Brown sugar
• 3 tbsp Water
• 100 g Dark chocolate, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and 100g of granulated sugar.

Step 3

Add 150g of unsalted butter (cubed) and one egg to the dry ingredients and mix until you get a crumbly dough.

Step 4

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base.

Step 5

Spread the apricot jam evenly over the dough layer.

Step 6

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 50g of unsalted butter, brown sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.

Step 7

Stir in the walnuts and hazelnuts, and remove from heat.

Step 8

Gently fold two beaten eggs into the nut mixture and ensure it is well combined.

Step 9

Carefully spread the nut mixture over the jam layer in the baking dish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 11

Allow to cool completely in the baking dish before removing and cutting into triangular pieces (corners).

Step 12

Once cooled, dip each corner into melted dark chocolate and allow them to set on a wire rack.

Step 13

Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1553.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7034.8

Total Fat 477.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1000.9mg	0%
Sodium 752.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 660.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.5g	0%
Total Sugars 407.3g
Protein 111.2g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 717.8mg	0%
Iron 41.7mg	0%
Potassium 3412.2mg	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: 58.2%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 35.8%