Nutella-Stuffed Cookies Recipe
Introduction
Nutella stuffed cookies are a delicious treat combining soft, buttery cookie dough with a rich, creamy chocolate-hazelnut surprise inside. These cookies are perfect for anyone who loves a warm, gooey center with their baked goods.
Ingredients
- Cookie dough (your favorite recipe or store-bought)
- Nutella, as needed for filling
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven according to the cookie dough recipe or package instructions.
- Step 2: Take a portion of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand.
- Step 3: Place a spoonful of Nutella in the center of the dough.
- Step 4: Carefully fold the dough around the Nutella, sealing it completely and shaping it into a ball.
- Step 5: Place the stuffed dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 6: Bake until the cookies are set and lightly golden, typically 10–12 minutes depending on your dough.
- Step 7: Let the cookies cool briefly before enjoying the warm, gooey center.
Tips & Variations
- Use chilled dough to prevent Nutella from melting too quickly during shaping.
- Try adding chopped hazelnuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for extra texture and flavor.
- For a different filling, substitute Nutella with peanut butter or your favorite jam.
Storage
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze unbaked dough balls and bake fresh when desired. Reheat baked cookies briefly in the microwave to restore warmth and softness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade cookie dough for this recipe?
Yes, homemade cookie dough works wonderfully and lets you customize flavors. Just make sure the dough is firm enough to hold the Nutella filling.
Will the Nutella leak out while baking?
If the dough is sealed tightly around the Nutella, it should stay inside during baking. Chilling the dough before baking helps prevent leaks.
PrintNutella-Stuffed Cookies Recipe
Delight in these decadent Nutella Stuffed Cookies, where a soft, buttery cookie dough embraces a luscious, creamy Nutella center. Perfectly baked until golden and set, these cookies offer a heavenly balance of rich chocolate-hazelnut filling and tender cookie exterior, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Stuffing
- 1 cup Nutella or any chocolate-hazelnut spread
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stuff with Nutella: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place about 1 teaspoon of Nutella in the center and fold the dough around it completely, sealing the edges so the filling is enclosed.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the stuffed dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the cookies are set. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft with a molten center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm for a gooey Nutella center or at room temperature for a firmer filling.
Notes
- To prevent Nutella from leaking, ensure the dough fully encloses the filling and the edges are tightly sealed.
- You can refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before stuffing to make handling easier.
- For variation, try using peanut butter or cookie butter instead of Nutella.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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