Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Nutella-stuffed chocolate chunk cookies. Each cookie is a masterpiece, featuring a soft, buttery exterior filled with a rich, gooey Nutella center, complemented by the delightful crunch of chocolate chunks. This recipe elevates the traditional cookie into a luxurious dessert that melds complex textures and deep, satisfying flavors.
Why You'll Love This:
These cookies offer a unique blend of textures—from the crispy edges to the soft, melt-in-your-mouth center filled with creamy Nutella. The contrast between the slightly salty butter cookie and the sweet, hazelnut spread makes each bite an irresistible adventure in taste. Perfect for Nutella lovers and cookie aficionados alike, these cookies ensure a memorable treat that's both comforting and exciting.
Perfect Occasion:
These Nutella-stuffed cookies are perfect for any gathering where you want to impress, be it a casual coffee meet-up, a school event, or a festive holiday party. They are also ideal for baking activities with kids, providing both a fun activity and a delicious outcome. Gift them in a beautiful cookie tin for a thoughtful and personal touch during the holidays or special occasions.
Decoration Tips:
Once cooled, you can drizzle the cookies with melted chocolate or a dusting of powdered sugar to enhance their visual appeal. Placing a single hazelnut on top of each cookie before baking adds a professional touch and hints at the hidden Nutella inside. For festive occasions, consider using themed cookie cutters for the dough to create shapes that suit the event.
Ingredients:
- Base:
- 100 grams of slightly cold butter
- 50 grams of white sugar
- 50 grams of brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 120 grams of flour
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
- 80 grams of chocolate chunks
- 40 grams of Nutella
Instructions:
- Start by dolloping the Nutella onto parchment paper and place these dollops in the freezer to harden.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the slightly cold butter with both sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Sift together the flour, cornstarch, and baking soda, then gradually fold into the creamed mixture. Stir in the chocolate chunks. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour to firm up.
- Remove the Nutella from the freezer. Using an ice cream scoop, portion the cookie dough, creating a small indentation in the center of each scoop. Place a frozen Nutella dollop in the indentation, then enclose it with the dough, ensuring it is completely covered.
- Freeze the stuffed dough balls for at least two hours.
- When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (392 Fahrenheit). Place the cookies on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy!
