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After countless batches I've finally perfected these Nutella stuffed chocolate chip cookies and they're absolutely magical. Every bite reveals a gooey center of Nutella wrapped in soft buttery cookie dough. They're the kind of cookies that make people's eyes light up when they discover that hidden surprise inside.
What Makes These Extra Special
These aren't your everyday chocolate chip cookies. I've tweaked the recipe until the dough is just right creating perfectly chewy edges with centers that stay wonderfully soft. The Nutella surprise inside takes them from delicious to absolutely irresistible and they're surprisingly simple to make.
Let's Gather Our Ingredients
- Nutella (8 tbsp): Pop these in the freezer it's a game changer for stuffing.
- All-Purpose Flour (2 1/4 cups): Measured carefully for the perfect texture.
- Baking Soda (1 tsp): This gives us that lovely rise.
- Unsalted Butter (1 cup/227g): Melted and slightly cooled is key.
- Brown Sugar (1 cup/200g): Creates that irresistible chewiness.
- Granulated Sugar (1/2 cup/100g): For perfectly crisp edges.
- Eggs (2 large): These bind everything beautifully.
- Vanilla Extract (2 tsp): Don't skimp here it makes a difference.
- Chocolate Chips (1 1/2 cups): I love using two sizes for texture.
- Flaky Sea Salt: The perfect finishing touch.
Let's Make Some Magic
- First Things First
- Those Nutella dollops need to get nice and firm in the freezer it makes everything so much easier.
- Cookie Time
- We'll mix our butter and sugars until they're perfectly combined then add those eggs and vanilla until everything's silky smooth.
- The Stuffing Secret
- Here's where the fun starts! Each ball of dough gets flattened filled and sealed up like a little present.
- Into the Oven
- Watch them carefully that golden edge with slightly underdone center is exactly what we want.
- The Finishing Touch
- Don't forget that sprinkle of sea salt at the end it makes all the flavors pop.
My Best Tips
After making these countless times I've learned a few tricks. Freezing the Nutella is non negotiable it makes everything so much easier. Really seal those edges well nobody wants a leaky cookie. And that mix of regular and mini chips? It creates the perfect chocolate distribution in every bite.
Keeping Them Fresh
These beauties stay perfect in an airtight container for about three days though they rarely last that long in my house! Want to plan ahead? Freeze those stuffed dough balls and you can have fresh baked cookies anytime just add a couple minutes to the baking time.
Pure Cookie Joy
There's something so special about these cookies. That moment when someone bites into one and discovers the Nutella center is pure joy. The combination of textures from the chewy edges to the gooey center makes them absolutely unforgettable.
Make Them Your Own
Sometimes I'll mix in some chopped hazelnuts or swap in dark chocolate chips. Once I tried stuffing them with peanut butter and they were amazing too. These cookies are like a blank canvas for your favorite flavors.
When to Serve These Beauties
These are my go to when I want to really wow people. They're perfect for parties holiday cookie exchanges or just because you need something extra special. Try them warm with vanilla ice cream it's absolutely heavenly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why freeze the Nutella first?
- Freezing the Nutella makes it easier to handle and stuff inside the cookie dough. It also helps prevent the Nutella from leaking out during baking, ensuring a perfect gooey center.
- → Why chill the cookie dough?
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking and develops better flavor. It also makes the dough easier to handle when stuffing.
- → How do I know when the cookies are done?
- The cookies are ready when the edges are golden brown and the center looks slightly underdone, about 13-15 minutes. They'll continue cooking slightly as they cool on the baking sheet.
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
- Yes, you can prepare the Nutella portions and cookie dough ahead of time. Keep the Nutella frozen and the dough chilled until ready to assemble and bake.
- → Why add sea salt on top?
- The flaky sea salt enhances both the chocolate and Nutella flavors while providing a delicious contrast to the sweetness. It also adds a pleasant texture to the cookies.