Ultimate Nutella Bomb Cookies

Get ready to elevate your cookie game with these truly indulgent Nutella Stuffed Cookies! This recipe transforms a classic chocolate chip cookie into an extraordinary dessert by adding a luscious, gooey Nutella core. Prepare yourself for an irresistible dessert experience that promises rich flavors and a delightful surprise in every single bite. Perfect for chocolate and hazelnut lovers alike, these cookies are destined to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.

The combination of a perfectly chewy chocolate chip cookie and a warm, melting hazelnut spread center creates a harmony of textures and flavors that is simply unmatched. If you’re a fan of hazelnut spread, then making these Nutella-filled cookies is an absolute must. They are far more than just a sweet treat; they’re an experience.

Our kitchen often becomes a hub for Nutella experiments, and we’ve whipped up some incredible creations like Deep Fried Nutella, an easy and delicious Nutella Pie Recipe, and even a quick Nutella Mug Cake. Each one is a delightful way to enjoy this beloved spread. Be sure to add these to your must-try list, as they are all equally amazing. And don’t forget to explore our recipes for Nutella Frosting and Nutella Bars for even more hazelnut-infused bliss. These stuffed cookies stand out as a truly unique and decadent way to enjoy Nutella, offering a surprising center that takes them over the top.

These cookies are incredibly rich and utterly delicious, guaranteeing pure satisfaction with every bite. We cherish simple yet spectacular cookie recipes, and in addition to these, we frequently bake delightful Oatmeal Scotchies and vibrant Pistachio Cookies. But for sheer indulgence, these Nutella-stuffed wonders truly take the crown.

Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Recipe

This recipe brings together the comforting familiarity of classic chocolate chip cookies with the luxurious, creamy indulgence of hazelnut spread, creating an utterly amazing cookie experience. It truly offers the best of both worlds: a crispy edge, a soft, chewy interior, and a molten Nutella core. Each bite delivers a rich, decadent explosion of flavor that will leave you craving more.

The magic happens when you discover that perfect balance of semi-sweet chocolate and luscious Nutella spread in every fabulous mouthful. The contrasting textures and complementary flavors are what make this cookie truly special. I am so excited for you to try this luscious cookie recipe and witness the delight on everyone’s faces. If you enjoy stuffed cookies, you might also like our Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies and Peanut Butter Stuffed Chocolate Cookies, but trust us, the Nutella version is in a league of its own.

Essential Ingredients for Your Nutella Stuffed Cookies

Crafting the perfect Nutella stuffed cookie begins with high-quality ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need and why each component is important:

• Unsalted Butter: Ensure your butter is softened at room temperature. This is crucial for achieving a smooth, well-combined dough and a tender cookie texture. Using unsalted butter allows you to control the overall saltiness of your cookies.
• Nutella: While other brands of hazelnut spread exist, we highly recommend using genuine Nutella for its distinctive, rich flavor and consistent texture that makes for the best gooey center.
• Brown Sugar: This adds moisture and a lovely caramel-like depth to your cookies, contributing to their chewiness. If you’re out, check out our guide on The Best Brown Sugar Substitutes.
• Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness and helps with the crispness of the cookie edges.
• Large Eggs: Make sure they are at room temperature. Room temperature eggs emulsify better with the butter and sugar, creating a more uniform and tender dough structure.
• Vanilla Extract: Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. It enhances all the other sweet notes in the cookie.
• Baking Powder: Works with baking soda to give the cookies their lift and contributes to a soft, cake-like crumb.
• Baking Soda: Essential for leavening, especially when paired with brown sugar’s acidity, helping the cookies spread and become tender. Find Best Baking Soda Substitutes here.
• Cornstarch: A secret ingredient for exceptionally soft and chewy cookies. It helps to tenderize the dough and prevents excessive spreading.
• Salt: A small amount of salt is vital to balance the sweetness of the sugars and chocolate, enhancing all the flavors.
• All-Purpose Flour: For the most accurate results, spoon the flour into your measuring cup rather than scooping directly from the bag. This prevents compacting the flour and adding too much, which can lead to dry, tough cookies.
• Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: Opt for a good quality chocolate. Semi-sweet provides a perfect balance, complementing the sweetness of the Nutella without overpowering it.

Creative Substitutions & Exciting Additions

While the classic Nutella stuffed cookie is divine, don’t hesitate to get creative with these delicious variations:

• Sea Salt: For a sophisticated sweet and salty flavor profile, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the cookies as soon as they emerge from the oven. The residual heat will help it adhere beautifully.
• Sugar Cookie Base: For a delightful twist on flavor, substitute a classic sugar cookie dough instead of the chocolate chip cookie base. This allows the hazelnut flavor of the Nutella to truly shine.
• Different Chocolate Chips: Experiment with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even white chocolate chips to alter the chocolate profile.
• Chopped Nuts: Fold in a handful of chopped hazelnuts, pecans, or walnuts into the cookie dough for added crunch and flavor that complements the Nutella beautifully.
• Mini Marshmallows: For an extra gooey surprise, you could try tucking a few mini marshmallows alongside the frozen Nutella before sealing the cookies.

Step-by-Step Guide: Crafting Your Perfect Nutella Stuffed Cookies

Creating these sensational Nutella stuffed cookies is an enjoyable process. Follow these detailed steps to ensure your cookies turn out perfectly golden, chewy, and irresistibly gooey.

Step 1: The Magic of Browned Butter. Begin by melting the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Once fully melted, increase the heat slightly to bring the butter to a low boil. Watch it closely and stir frequently with a wooden spoon. The butter will foam, then the milk solids will start to separate and brown at the bottom of the pan, giving off a nutty aroma and turning an amber color. As soon as it reaches this stage, immediately remove it from the heat and pour the browned butter into a large heatproof bowl. Set it aside to cool for 25-30 minutes. This crucial step adds a rich, complex, nutty flavor to your cookies that elevates them significantly.

Step 2: Preparing Your Nutella Surprises. While the butter cools, prepare your Nutella inserts. Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. Using a teaspoon or a small cookie scoop, drop 24 even scoops of Nutella onto the prepared baking sheet. It’s important to make these portions relatively uniform in size to ensure consistent cookie results. Place the baking sheet with the Nutella scoops into the freezer for at least 20 minutes, or until the Nutella is firm and solid. This step is absolutely critical, as it prevents the Nutella from melting and oozing out during baking.

Step 3: Whipping Up the Cookie Dough Base. Once your browned butter has cooled (it should still be liquid but not hot), add both the brown sugar and granulated sugar to it. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or a sturdy spatula until the sugars are completely combined with the butter and the mixture looks smooth and creamy. This step helps dissolve the sugar, contributing to a tender crumb.

Step 4: Incorporating Wet Ingredients. Next, crack in the two large room-temperature eggs. Add the vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all these wet and leavening ingredients are well incorporated into the sugar-butter mixture. The dough should start to look cohesive and slightly airy at this point.

Step 5: Flour Power. Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture, a cup at a time. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently fold the flour into the dough. Be careful not to add all the flour at once, as this can make mixing difficult and lead to overworking the dough. Incorporate just enough to bring the dough together.

Step 6: The Perfect Blend. Continue stirring the dough until the flour is *just* combined. It’s crucial not to overmix the dough at this stage, as overmixing can develop the gluten too much, resulting in tough, dry cookies. Stop mixing as soon as no dry streaks of flour remain.

Step 7: Folding in the Chocolate Chips & Chilling. Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using your wooden spoon or spatula. Avoid using a stand mixer or hand mixer for this step to prevent overmixing. Once the chocolate chips are evenly distributed, cover the cookie dough and chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes. Chilling helps the butter solidify slightly, preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking and ensuring a thicker, chewier result.

Step 8: Forming the Cookie Dough Balls. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a cookie scoop (approximately 3 tablespoons in size) to portion out the cookie dough into uniform balls. This ensures even baking. Once you have a ball of dough, gently make a well or indentation into the center of each cookie dough ball, creating a space for the Nutella filling.

Step 9: The Nutella Core. Retrieve the frozen Nutella pieces from the freezer. Carefully place one frozen piece of Nutella into the well you created in the center of each cookie dough ball. Work relatively quickly here to prevent the Nutella from softening too much.

Step 10: Sealing the Deliciousness. Gently enclose the Nutella within the cookie dough, carefully sealing the edges so that the Nutella is completely covered and hidden. Roll the dough slightly between your palms to form a smooth, round ball once more. This ensures the Nutella remains perfectly contained during baking, creating that beautiful gooey center.

Step 11: Baking to Golden Perfection. Place the formed cookie dough balls onto the lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced a few inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the centers still look soft. Do not overbake, as they will continue to set as they cool. Once baked, remove the baking sheet from the oven but allow the cookies to remain on the hot sheet for 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up slightly without becoming too fragile.

Step 12: Cooling for Optimal Texture. After the initial 5 minutes on the baking sheet, carefully transfer the warm cookies to wire cooling racks using a spatula. Allow them to cool completely on the racks. While it’s tempting to dig in immediately, letting them cool fully ensures they achieve their ideal chewy texture and that the Nutella center sets just enough to be wonderfully gooey without being runny. Then, they are ready to serve and enjoy!

Storing Your Decadent Nutella Cookies

Proper storage is key to enjoying your delicious Nutella stuffed cookies for as long as possible:

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For an old trick to keep them extra soft and chewy, place a fresh slice of plain bread in the container with the cookies. The cookies will absorb moisture from the bread, maintaining their delightful texture. Replace the bread every couple of days if necessary.

Long-Term Freshness: How to Freeze Nutella Stuffed Cookies

These delicious cookies are incredibly freezer-friendly, allowing you to enjoy a homemade treat whenever a craving strikes! You have two excellent options for freezing:

Option 1: Freezing Baked Cookies.
Once your cookies have completely cooled, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freeze for about 30 minutes to an hour until firm. Then, transfer the frozen cookies to a freezer-safe airtight container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. To prevent them from sticking together, you can place pieces of wax paper or parchment paper between layers of cookies. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply take them out and allow them to thaw overnight in the refrigerator, or briefly warm them in the microwave for a fresh-baked feel.

Option 2: Freezing Cookie Dough.
This is a fantastic option for fresh-baked cookies on demand. Prepare the cookie dough and stuff it with frozen Nutella as normal, but do not bake them. Instead, arrange the unbaked, stuffed cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flash freeze them for 1 to 2 hours, or until they are solid. Then, transfer the frozen dough balls to a freezer-safe bag or container. The cookie dough can be frozen for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to bake, there’s no need to thaw! Simply place the frozen cookie dough balls on a lined baking sheet and bake as directed, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time since they are frozen. This method is incredibly convenient for enjoying warm, gooey cookies any day of the week.

Learn more about how to freeze cookie dough for future baking endeavors!

Expert Tips for Flawless Nutella Stuffed Cookies

Achieving bakery-quality Nutella stuffed cookies is easier than you think with these professional tips:

• Always Freeze the Nutella: This is arguably the most crucial step for perfect stuffed cookies. If the Nutella isn’t frozen solid before being encased in dough and baked, it will melt too quickly and seep out, creating a messy (though still tasty!) cookie. Make sure to complete this step before you even start mixing your cookie dough, so it has ample time to firm up.
• Allow the Cookies to Set: Freshly baked cookies, especially those with gooey centers, will be very fragile right out of the oven. Resist the urge to move them immediately. Letting them sit on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes allows them to firm up slightly and cool enough to hold their shape when transferred to a cooling rack.
• Work Quickly During Assembly: The Nutella will start to soften the more it’s handled and exposed to room temperature. To ensure it stays firm until baking, work efficiently when stuffing the cookie dough and forming the balls. If your kitchen is particularly warm, you can even pop the assembled cookies back into the freezer for a few minutes before baking.
• Do Not Overmix the Dough: Combine the wet and dry ingredients only until they are just mixed together and no dry flour streaks remain. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, which can lead to tough, dense cookies rather than the desired soft and chewy texture.
• Embrace Browned Butter: Don’t skip the step of browning the butter! This process adds an incredible depth of nutty, caramel-like flavor that elevates the entire cookie. Ensure it cools sufficiently before adding other ingredients to prevent scrambling the eggs or melting the sugar.
• Room Temperature Ingredients Matter: Besides the browned butter needing to cool, ensure your eggs are at room temperature. This allows them to emulsify better with the fats and sugars, resulting in a smoother, more uniform dough and a superior final texture in your cookies.

Explore More Irresistible Cookie Recipes

If you loved these Nutella stuffed cookies, you’ll surely enjoy exploring our other easy and delicious chocolate chip cookie variations:

• Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies: A delightful blend of sweet cherries and rich chocolate.
• Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies: Fruity and chocolatey, a perfect spring or summer treat.
• Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies: The ultimate sweet and salty combination in a chewy cookie.
• Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe: Our go-to recipe for perfectly classic chocolate chip cookies every time.
• Caramel Stuffed Cookies: If you love a gooey center, these caramel-filled cookies are a must-try!

This Nutella Stuffed Cookies Recipe is incredibly easy to make and truly delicious. We guarantee that once you try these gooey, chocolatey, hazelnut-filled delights, everyone will be completely hooked. Give this recipe a try today and come back to leave a comment about your experience!

The Complete Recipe: Nutella Stuffed Cookies

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Our Nutella Stuffed Cookies Recipe makes a delicious treat that is completely over the top. These Chocolate Chip Nutella Stuffed Cookies make an irresistible dessert.

Prep Time 45 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 55 mins

Servings 24 cookies

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 284 kcal

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Nutella
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Instructions

To Brown the Butter:

1. 1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Once the butter is melted, bring it to a low boil. Stir with a wooden spoon and continue to cook over medium heat. Watch closely, stirring frequently, until the butter becomes an amber color. Then pour the mixture into a large heatproof bowl and set aside to cool for 25-30 minutes.

To Prepare the Nutella:

1. 1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Drop 24 scoops of Nutella (about 2 teaspoon size portions) onto the baking sheet. Place the sheet in the freezer for at least 20 minutes, or until firm.

To Make the Cookie Dough:

1. 1. Stir the sugars into the cooled browned butter with a wooden spoon or spatula until combined. Then add in the eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
2. 2. Gradually stir in the flour until just combined. Be careful not to over mix.
3. 3. Fold the chocolate chips into the cookie dough. Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
4. 4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190°C).
5. 5. Scoop the cookie dough into approximately 3-tablespoon size cookie balls. Gently make a well into each and place a frozen piece of Nutella into the dough. Form the dough around the Nutella to completely enclose it.
6. 6. Place the cookie dough balls on a lined baking sheet, spaced apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are slightly golden brown.
7. 7. Allow the cookies to sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to set. Then move them to cooling racks to cool completely.
8. 8. Your Nutella Stuffed Cookies are now ready to serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Place a piece of bread in the container to help keep them soft.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 284 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0.3g
• Cholesterol: 34mg
• Sodium: 127mg
• Potassium: 127mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 23g
• Vitamin A: 260 IU
• Calcium: 42mg
• Iron: 2mg