Nutella and Turkish delight braid

Name: Nutella and Turkish delight braid
Ingredients: 250 g flour; 150 g butter; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 packet vanilla sugar; rum essence; 15 g yeast; a pinch of salt; Turkish delight; Nutella; egg yolk; 2 tablespoons milk.

Dessert - Nutella and Turkish delight braid by Florina C. - Recipia

Nutella and Turkish Delight Twist I have made this twist many times, especially when I have leftover Turkish delight or a jar of Nutella on hand. It’s the recipe I turn to when I want a quick, no-fuss dessert that looks nice. It’s not complicated, it comes out soft, and it has an intense taste of butter and rum. The dough is easy to work with, and you can play around with the fillings once you’ve got the basic shape down. Quick Info Total time: about 1 hour and 30 minutes (including rising time) Preparation time: 20 minutes (plus 45 minutes rising) Baking time: about 30 minutes Servings: 1 large twist (6-8 slices) Difficulty: medium Recipe type: homemade dessert, suitable for a snack or breakfast Ingredients 250 g flour 150 g butter 2 tablespoons sugar 1 packet vanilla sugar a few drops of rum essence (to taste) 15 g fresh yeast 2 tablespoons water (to dissolve the yeast) a pinch of salt Turkish delight (enough to cover a thin sheet) Nutella (enough to spread on 1-2 sheets) 1 egg yolk 2 tablespoons milk Preparation Method 1. Start with the dough. Put the flour in a large bowl. Add the diced butter, sugar, vanilla sugar, rum essence, and a pinch of salt. Separately, dissolve the yeast in 2 tablespoons of water. Pour the dissolved yeast over the ingredients in the bowl. 2. Mix everything by hand until you get a soft but not sticky dough. If you feel the dough is too hard, do not add more flour. If it’s too soft, you can sprinkle a little, but usually, the proportion works well from the start. 3. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes. In a warm kitchen, it rises nicely. It doesn’t have to double in volume, just relax. 4. After it has risen, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into a thin sheet, as easily as you can. 5. Cut the sheet into three equal pieces in width and length. The base is like for cheese straws, but the pieces need to be long and wide enough to place filling on them. 6. Spread Nutella on the first sheet, diced Turkish delight on the second, and on the third, you can put either just Nutella or a mix of Nutella and Turkish delight, depending on what you have on hand or prefer. 7. Carefully roll each strip, making sure the filling doesn’t spill out. At the end of each strip, pinch them gently and you can tie a simple knot to prevent them from coming undone while baking. 8. Stick the ends of the three rolls together and start braiding them tightly, like for a sweet bread, lengthwise. If the strips are too full, braid carefully, but keep it compact. 9. Place the twist in a baking tray lined with parchment paper or greased with oil and flour, so it doesn’t stick while baking. 10. Beat the egg yolk with the two tablespoons of milk and brush the entire surface of the twist. 11. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 30 minutes, or until it turns lightly golden on top. 12. Remove from the oven and let it breathe for 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top while it’s still warm, but not hot. 13. Slice with a bread knife. It can be served warm or at room temperature. Why I make this recipe often It’s made from simple, basic ingredients, and the twist stays fluffy and tasty even the next day. It’s flexible with fillings – I use whatever I have in the cupboard. It’s suitable for any family occasion or when I need a quick snack for guests. Tips and Variations Tips Don’t overdo it with flour on the work surface – the dough should be soft, not tough. Roll the sheets as evenly as possible. The filling can ooze out if you put too much Nutella, so spread it thinly. After taking it out of the oven, let it sit for 10-15 minutes before slicing. It slices better. Substitutions If you don’t have Nutella, you can use any cocoa spread. Turkish delight can be replaced with thick jam or, if you want something less sweet, you can omit part of the filling. Variations You can use only Nutella, only Turkish delight, or make a combination of both. For a different flavor, you can add orange zest or a little cinnamon to the dough. Serving Ideas It goes well with coffee, tea, or as a simple dessert after a meal. It can be wrapped in foil and taken as a packed snack for school or work. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can I use dry yeast instead of fresh? Yes, but adjust the amount – for 15 g of fresh yeast, you can use about 5 g of dry yeast. Hydrate it beforehand in water. 2. Can I make the dough with margarine instead of butter? You can, but the texture and taste will be slightly different, a bit denser. 3. How long should it rise if I don’t have a warm kitchen? The time can go up to an hour or even more, depending on the room temperature. It’s important for the dough to be visibly relaxed. 4. What should I do if the filling spills out while baking? It doesn’t affect the recipe much. It can be pinched a little at the edges when slicing. Next time, put a smaller amount or roll the strips tighter. 5. Can I use other flavors in the dough? Yes, you can replace the rum essence with vanilla or lemon according to your preference, but the classic flavor remains from the rum. Nutritional Values Estimation for 1 slice (out of 8): approximately 250 kcal. Approximate content: 12 g fat, 30 g carbohydrates, 4 g protein per slice. Values may vary depending on how much filling you use. It is a dessert high in carbohydrates and fats due to the butter and Nutella, with moderate protein intake from flour and egg. Storage and Reheating It keeps well at room temperature, wrapped in foil or in a container, for up to 2 days. Refrigeration is not recommended as it hardens. To reheat, place the slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven for 2-3 minutes at low temperature. If it dries out, you can brush a slice with a little milk before putting it in the oven. If not consumed within two days, it starts to lose freshness, but remains tasty.

Nutella and Turkish delight braid

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