Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with our Decadent Nutella and Chocolate Candy Cookies. This recipe combines the rich, creamy hazelnut spread with the colorful crunch of chocolate candies to create a cookie that's not only delightful to look at but irresistibly delicious. Made with simple ingredients and a love for all things chocolate, these cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with a gooey Nutella center that will make your taste buds sing.
Why You'll Love This: You're going to fall head over heels for these cookies because of their perfect balance of textures and flavors. The exterior boasts a slight crunch, encasing a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior with a surprise Nutella center. Each bite is a blend of the comforting flavor of chocolate and the luxurious taste of hazelnut spread, complemented by the fun and festive chocolate candies. It's a cookie that promises to deliver joy and satisfaction in every bite.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are ideal for any occasion that calls for a touch of sweetness and joy. Whether it's a birthday celebration, a holiday gathering, or simply a cozy night in, these cookies will be the highlight of your dessert table. They're also fantastic for baking with kids, turning an ordinary day into a special baking adventure filled with fun and delicious treats.
Decoration Tips: For an extra festive look, choose chocolate candies in colors that match the theme of your event or the current season. After baking, while the cookies are still warm, you can gently press a few more candies on top for added color and texture. A light drizzle of melted chocolate or a dusting of powdered sugar can also elevate these cookies into a visually stunning treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 55 grams of room-temperature butter
- 130 grams of flour
- 150 grams of brown sugar
- 25 grams of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- A pinch of salt
For decoration:
- Chocolate candies
- Hazelnut chocolate spread
Instructions:
- Begin by creaming together the butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt with a mixer until smooth. Then, incorporate the egg into the mixture until fully combined.
- Gradually add in the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder) to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into 11 balls. Flatten each ball slightly and place a dollop of hazelnut chocolate spread in the center before rolling it back into a ball. Coat each dough ball in chocolate candies for a colorful finish.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (347°F) with both top and bottom heat for approximately 14 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool after baking, then enjoy the rich, gooey, and utterly delicious treats.
Enjoy these decadent treats and let the rich flavors of Nutella and chocolate candies make your day a little sweeter!
