Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate treat with these Nutella Stuffed Brownie Chunk Cookies. Soft, chewy, and packed with rich cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips, each cookie hides a gooey center of creamy Nutella that melts in your mouth. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a decadent dessert or snack, these cookies combine the best of brownies and cookies into one delicious bite.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Filling
- 1 jar (13 oz) Nutella or any hazelnut spread
Substitutions
- Butter: Can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
- Brown Sugar: Use coconut sugar for a healthier alternative
- Chocolate Chips: Dark chocolate chips can enhance the richness
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking and to achieve the perfect chewy texture in your cookies.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This incorporates air, which helps create the ideal cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine before adding dry ingredients.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter, distributing chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
- Prepare Nutella Centers: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, take a small amount of dough and flatten it in your palm. Place about 1 teaspoon of Nutella in the center, fold the dough entirely around the filling, sealing it well, and roll into a ball. Arrange the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. The centers should look slightly underbaked when removed, as they will continue setting while cooling on the baking sheet.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm for the best gooey Nutella experience.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Using parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and ensure Nutella replacement is dairy-free.
- Enjoy cookies warm to fully experience the gooey Nutella centers, or reheat slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Nutella cookies, stuffed cookies, brownie chunk cookies, chocolate cookies, dessert recipe, baked cookies, chocolate hazelnut cookies
