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Fried Nutella Pancake Sandwich: A Sweet Start for Beginner Cooks

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Crispy, golden pancakes hugging warm, melty Nutella—yes, dreams do come true! 🥞🍫 This Fried Nutella Pancake Sandwich is a sweet, beginner-friendly treat that’s ready in minutes. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime cravings strike! Easy to make and even easier to love. 😍✨ No fancy skills needed—just stack, fry, and devour! 🔥

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 5–6 sandwiches

Ingredients

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For the pancake batter:

  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice (to create homemade buttermilk)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup caster sugar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup hot water

For the sandwich:

  • 1012 slices of white bread (can substitute with brown or multigrain)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for brushing)
  • Nutella (or substitute with peanut butter, almond spread, or chocolate ganache)

For the cinnamon sugar coating:

  • ¾ cup caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional; skip or replace with vanilla sugar if preferred)

Ingredient alternatives:

  • Milk substitutes: Almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk
  • Bread: Gluten-free bread for dietary needs
  • Spread options: Hazelnut-free chocolate spread or fruit preserves for allergy-friendly versions
  • Oil for frying: Sunflower, canola, or soybean oil can be used interchangeably

Instructions

  1. Make the buttermilk: In a small bowl, mix milk with vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes. This will curdle slightly and form a homemade buttermilk.

  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and caster sugar until well mixed.

  3. Mix the wet ingredients: Add the buttermilk mixture, vegetable oil, and hot water into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently whisk until you have a smooth, slightly runny batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.

  4. Prepare your frying station: Start heating your oil over medium heat in a deep frying pan or skillet. You’ll want about 1–1.5 inches of oil for proper frying.

  5. Flatten the bread slices: Take two slices of sandwich bread per sandwich. Lightly roll them out with a rolling pin to flatten and expand their surface area.

  6. Brush with milk: On one side of each bread slice, lightly brush with milk. These will be the inside faces that stick together.

  7. Add the filling: Place one to two tablespoons of Nutella in the center of one bread slice. Cover with the second slice, milk-brushed side facing in. Press around the edges gently to seal.

  8. Shape and seal: Use a circular or square cutter (even the rim of a glass works) to trim the edges and firmly press the sandwich closed.

  9. Coat with pancake batter: Dip the sealed sandwich into the pancake batter, coating it fully but letting any excess drip off.

  10. Fry until golden: Place the sandwich gently into the hot oil. Fry for about 1–2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to flip and remove.

  11. Drain and coat: Place on paper towels to absorb excess oil, then roll the sandwich in cinnamon sugar while still warm.

  12. Repeat and serve: Continue the process until all sandwiches are ready. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Control your batter: If the pancake batter feels too thick, add a tablespoon of hot water at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency. A thin batter coats the sandwich evenly without becoming doughy when fried.
  • Don’t skip the milk brushing: Brushing the inside of the bread with milk helps bind the slices together, preventing the filling from leaking during frying. This step is key for a clean, sealed sandwich.
  • Mind your oil temperature: If the oil is too hot, the sandwich will brown too quickly and the batter might remain undercooked. Medium heat ensures even cooking. Test by dropping a small piece of batter into the oil—it should sizzle and rise steadily, not too fast.
  • Avoid overfilling: A generous spoonful of filling is enough. Too much can cause the sandwich to burst open while frying.
  • Use the right tools: A slotted spoon or frying spider helps drain excess oil. If you don’t have a cutter, a knife can trim the edges and shape the sandwich.
  • Add flavors: For a twist, mix a little vanilla or nutmeg into the pancake batter. These subtle notes can enhance the flavor.
  • Author: Paula Susan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes