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Hazelnut Chocolate Stuffed Cookies take sweet treats to another level with their gooey Nutella center wrapped in a soft chocolate chip cookie. They're just what you need when sugar cravings hit and make a wonderful treat for any gathering!
Why You'll Fall For This Sweet Creation
You won't be able to resist these cookies with their melty Nutella surprise in every bite. With their soft middles and crispy edges, they'll win over anyone who loves chocolate spread and cookies. It's a fun and easy recipe you can make with kids or friends.
Nutella Cookie Components
- Flour: 280g as the cookie foundation.
- Baking Soda: 5g to help them rise.
- Salt: 2g to balance sweetness.
- Unsalted Butter: 230g softened for tenderness.
- White Sugar: 150g for sweetness.
- Brown Sugar: 150g for moisture.
- Vanilla Extract: 5ml for flavor depth.
- Eggs: 2 large ones to bind everything.
- Chocolate Chips: 300g for extra chocolate goodness.
- Nutella: 125g frozen into balls for the center.
Step-by-Step Baking Guide
- Get The Nutella Ready
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop teaspoons of Nutella and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat The Oven
- Set to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Items
- In a bowl mix together flour baking soda and salt.
- Blend Butter And Sugars
- Beat butter with both sugars until light and fluffy for about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix In Eggs And Vanilla
- Add eggs one at a time then stir in vanilla.
- Make The Dough
- Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Add Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in all the chocolate chips.
- Shape The Cookies
- Flatten 2 tablespoons of dough put a frozen Nutella ball in the middle and wrap it up. Roll into a ball.
- Bake
- Put in oven for 10-12 minutes until edges turn golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before moving to a rack.
Tips For Cookie Success
Freezing Nutella makes handling much easier. Grab an ice cream scoop for evenly sized cookies. Don't leave them in the oven too long as they'll firm up while cooling. Try switching things up with dark or white chocolate instead.
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Storing And Warming Up
Keep your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Want that melty center again? Just pop them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prepare the dough in advance?
- Yes, you can make the dough and refrigerate it for up to a day. The Nutella portions can stay in the freezer for several days.
- → How do I know when the cookies are done?
- The edges should look slightly golden while the middle stays soft. Don't worry if they seem undercooked—they firm up as they cool.
- → Can I freeze these cookies?
- Definitely! Store the baked ones in the freezer for up to three months. A quick microwave zap will bring back the gooey centers.
- → Why freeze the Nutella first?
- Freezing Nutella makes it easier to handle while assembling and helps keep it from spreading too much during baking.
- → Does Nutella stay soft after cooling?
- It firms up when cooled but stays creamy. For a gooey center, just warm up the cookie before eating.