Delve into the indulgent world of these Decadent Hazelnut Spread Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, perfect for making any weekend extra special. Each cookie features the rich, creamy embrace of a popular hazelnut spread enveloped within a classic chocolate chip cookie dough. With their gooey, melt-in-your-mouth center and chunks of silky milk chocolate, these cookies are a sublime treat for anyone who loves the luxurious combination of chocolate and hazelnuts.
Why You'll Love This: The cookies boast a perfect balance of textures, from the crisp edges to the soft, fudgy middles, enhanced by the surprise hazelnut spread filling that adds a delightful burst of flavor. The use of both brown and white sugars gives these cookies a deep, caramel-like sweetness, providing a perfect backdrop to the rich hazelnut and chocolate flavors. They are an irresistible treat that's easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Perfect Occasion: These Hazelnut Spread Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies are fantastic for family gatherings, weekend treats, or as a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and loved ones. They are also great for holiday celebrations, adding a touch of gourmet flair to any dessert table. Whether served at a casual get-together or as a luxurious treat during a personal moment of indulgence, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- 210g all-purpose flour
- 150g milk chocolate, roughly chopped into chunks
- 110g unsalted butter, softened
- 50g brown sugar
- 50g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Hazelnut spread (as needed for filling)
Preparation Steps:
- Cream Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both the brown and white sugars. Add the egg and continue to mix until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the flour and baking soda together and gradually add them to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to keep the dough tender.
- Add Chocolate Chunks:
- Fold in the chopped milk chocolate, ensuring even distribution throughout the cookie dough.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This chilling step helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances the flavors.
- Stuff and Shape Cookies:
- Take spoonfuls of chilled dough and flatten them slightly. Place a small amount of hazelnut spread in the center, then enclose it with the dough, rolling into balls to ensure the filling is completely covered.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Arrange the stuffed cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray, spaced well apart.
- Bake for about 13 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy the cookies warm for the best experience of gooey hazelnut spread and melted chocolate.
Enjoy these luxurious Hazelnut Spread Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, a decadent treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and elevating any culinary occasion with their delightful flavors and textures.
