Nutella-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulgent cookies with a molten Nutella center, providing a nostalgic comfort and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature butter blends easiest; for a nutty depth, brown the butter.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed Or swap for coconut sugar for a less-processed option.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature adds richness and helps structure.
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Fresh and real vanilla makes a difference.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Or substitute with 2 1/2 cups all-purpose plus 1/2 cup whole wheat for a hearty twist.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Use dark chips for a richer bite.
For the Nutella Filling
- 3/4 to 1 cup Nutella, chilled Chilling makes stuffing easier. Use a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes with a hand mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Assembling the Cookies
- Portion the dough into 2-tablespoon scoops and flatten each scoop into a disk.
- Place about 1 teaspoon of chilled Nutella in the center, fold the dough around it, sealing completely.
- Roll gently into a ball and place cookie balls 2 inches apart on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers still look soft.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
For a vegan option, use dairy-free butter and a vegan Nutella alternative. If you want less sugar, reduce granulated sugar by 1/4 cup and add an extra tablespoon of vanilla for balance. To make them healthier, swap half the butter for mashed avocado.