If you’re looking for a dessert that will leave everyone speechless, the two-tone Nutella roll is the perfect recipe!
The uniqueness of this recipe lies in the double baking technique: first baking the cocoa layer and then adding the light one.
A cloud of sponge cake enclosing a creamy Nutella heart.
Perfect for snack, breakfast, or simply when you’re craving a dessert that’s scenic but easy to make.
Let’s see right away how to prepare the two-tone Nutella roll.
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- Difficulty: Medium
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 10 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 6 eggs (yolks and whites separated)
- 1 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- as needed Nutella®
Tools
- 2 Bowls
- 1 Mixer
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 Baking pan
How to prepare the two-tone Nutella roll
In a bowl, separate the yolks from the whites. Beat the egg whites until stiff with 2/3 cup of sugar using the electric mixer. Once ready, set them aside.
In the second bowl, beat the 6 egg yolks with the remaining 2/3 cup of sugar until you get a light and frothy mixture.
Add the sifted flour and baking powder to the beaten yolks. Mix with the electric mixer on low speed to incorporate them well.
Gradually add the beaten egg whites to the yolk mixture. Use the spatula and proceed with gentle movements from bottom to top to prevent the mixture from deflating.
Divide the obtained mixture equally into two bowls. In one of them, add three level tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa and gently mix with the spatula.
Line a baking pan with parchment paper and spread the cocoa batter evenly. Bake at 356 degrees Fahrenheit for about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the baking pan and pour the white batter over the cocoa layer, smoothing it out well. Bake for another 8-10 minutes.
Remove the dessert from the oven. Using the parchment paper, flip it upside down, then flip it again: spread the Nutella on the light part to create the visual contrast. Spread a generous layer of Nutella over the entire surface.
Roll the dessert tightly starting from the short side. Wrap it in parchment paper or plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least a couple of hours before slicing.
Storage
The roll can be stored wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container, for 2-3 days.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I substitute Nutella?
You can substitute Nutella with thick pastry cream, pistachio cream, or jam.
