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I've spent years testing batch after batch and finally nailed these chocolate chip cookies with Nutella inside. They're truly something else. Each mouthful gives you this amazing gooey Nutella center wrapped in soft, buttery cookie. People's faces just light up when they find that hidden surprise tucked away inside.
Why These Stand Out From The Crowd
These go way beyond regular chocolate chip cookies. I've adjusted the recipe till I got the dough just perfect - creating cookies with chewy edges but centers that stay super soft. That surprise Nutella inside transforms them from tasty to completely addictive, and they're pretty easy to whip up too.
Stuff We'll Need
- 8 tbsp Nutella: Stick them in the freezer first, it's a total gamechanger when filling.
- 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour: Make sure you measure it right for the best cookie texture.
- 1 tsp Baking Soda: This helps them puff up nicely.
- 1 cup/227g Unsalted Butter: Melt it and let it cool a bit before using.
- 1 cup/200g Brown Sugar: This gives them that amazing chew factor.
- 1/2 cup/100g Granulated Sugar: This makes the edges nice and crisp.
- 2 large Eggs: They hold everything together perfectly.
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract: Don't cut corners here, it really matters.
- 1 1/2 cups Chocolate Chips: Try mixing different sizes for better texture.
- Flaky Sea Salt: Sprinkle on top to finish them off right.
Steps To Cookie Heaven
- Get Started
- Your Nutella drops need to firm up in the freezer first, it'll make everything way easier later.
- Mix It Up
- We'll combine our butter with sugars till they're smooth, then mix in eggs and vanilla until everything looks silky.
- The Fun Part
- Now comes the good stuff! Flatten each dough ball, add filling, then wrap it all up like a tiny gift.
- Baking Time
- Keep an eye on them in the oven, we want those golden edges but slightly soft centers.
- Final Step
- Add that pinch of sea salt right after baking, it makes every flavor stand out more.
Insider Tricks
I've made these so many times and learned some handy shortcuts. You can't skip freezing the Nutella, it just works so much better. Make sure to really pinch those edges closed, or you'll get messy leaks. And using both regular and mini chips? That's how you get perfect chocolate in every single bite.
Storage Secrets
They'll stay good in a sealed container for about three days, though at my place they never stick around that long! Want to plan for later? Just freeze the stuffed dough balls and you can bake fresh cookies whenever you want, just cook them a bit longer.
Cookie Happiness
These cookies have something really special going on. Watching someone bite in and discover that Nutella center brings so much joy. The mix of textures from chewy edges to that gooey middle makes them completely unforgettable.
Custom Touches
I've thrown in chopped hazelnuts sometimes or switched to dark chocolate chips. Once I stuffed them with peanut butter and they turned out amazing. Think of these cookies as your starting point for whatever flavors you love most.
Perfect Times To Serve
I always grab this recipe when I need to impress folks. They work great at get-togethers, cookie swaps, or just because you want something extra nice. Try them still warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and you'll be in heaven.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why freeze the Nutella first?
- Freezing makes the Nutella way easier to work with when you're putting it in the dough. It also stops it from oozing out while baking, so you get that perfect gooey middle.
- → Why chill the cookie dough?
- Cooling the dough for half an hour keeps the cookies from getting too flat in the oven and makes them taste better. It's also simpler to handle cold dough when you're adding the Nutella.
- → How do I know when the cookies are done?
- Look for golden brown edges with centers that seem a bit underbaked, usually after 13-15 minutes. They'll finish cooking a bit more while they cool on your baking tray.
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
- Sure thing! You can get the Nutella bits and cookie dough ready early. Just keep the Nutella in the freezer and the dough in the fridge until you're ready to put them together and bake.
- → Why add sea salt on top?
- The sea salt brings out the chocolate and Nutella flavors and balances the sweetness nicely. It also adds a fun little crunch to each bite.