Description
Indulge in a delightfully decadent breakfast or dessert with these **Fried Nutella Pancake Sandwiches**! Fluffy, golden pancakes are filled with a luscious layer of warm, melted Nutella, then lightly fried again until crispy on the outside. This recipe is a quick and fun way to elevate your pancake game into an irresistible, gooey treat that will satisfy any sweet craving.
Ingredients
**All-Purpose Flour:** 1 cup, for light, fluffy pancakes.
**Baking Powder:** 2 teaspoons, for rise and fluffiness.
**Sugar:** 2 tablespoons, for subtle sweetness.
**Salt:** ¼ teaspoon, to balance flavors.
**Milk:** ¾ cup, whole or 2%, for batter consistency.
**Egg:** 1 large, for structure and richness.
**Butter:** 2 tablespoons, melted, for batter, plus 2 tablespoons for frying.
**Vanilla Extract:** 1 teaspoon, for warm flavor.
**Nutella:** ½ cup, for gooey filling (or other hazelnut spread).
**Powdered Sugar:** 2 tablespoons, for dusting (optional).
**Optional Toppings:** Sliced bananas, strawberries, or whipped cream.
**Optional Side:** Maple syrup for dipping.
Instructions
1. Prepare Your Ingredients (Mise en Place): Melt 2 tablespoons butter and let cool slightly. Measure flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into a bowl. In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
2. Make the Pancake Batter: Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; lumps are okay for tender pancakes. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
3. Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour 2 tablespoons batter per pancake to make small, 3-inch rounds (you need 8-10 for 4-5 sandwiches). Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for 1 minute until golden. Set aside to cool slightly.
4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread 1-2 tablespoons Nutella on one pancake, leaving a ¼-inch border. Top with another pancake to form a sandwich. Press gently to seal. Repeat with remaining pancakes.
5. Fry the Sandwiches: In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add 2-3 pancake sandwiches at a time, frying for 1-2 minutes per side until crispy and golden. Add more butter as needed for remaining sandwiches.
6. Serve and Garnish: Dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm with optional toppings like sliced bananas or whipped cream, and maple syrup for dipping. Enjoy immediately for maximum gooeyness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: Frying, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Sugar: 25-30 g
- Sodium: 300-400 mg
- Fat: 20-25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10-12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 50-55 g
- Fiber: 2-3 g
- Protein: 7-9 g
- Cholesterol: N/A