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Italian Nutella Cookies

Decadent Italian Nutella Cookies for Irresistible Indulgence

These Italian Nutella Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a rich Nutella filling, perfect for indulgent moments.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with a 1:1 gluten-free blend.
  • 1 cup Nutella Use more for frosting or filling as desired.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the dough for tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and intensifies chocolate flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Hazelnuts (Chopped) Adds crunch and complements Nutella.
For the Nutella Buttercream Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Substitute with a sugar alternative for lower sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Use non-dairy cream for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Piping Bag
  • star tip

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Nutella Cookies
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together Nutella and eggs using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3 minutes.
  2. Gradually sift in all-purpose flour, mixing until fully combined and a soft dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 25 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Using your thumb, press down to create a deep indentation in the center of each dough ball.
  7. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes until lightly set at the edges.
  8. Prepare the Nutella buttercream by beating butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until fluffy.
  9. Once cooled, pipe Nutella or the buttercream into the indented centers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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