Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These cookies combine the comfort of classic chocolate chip cookies with a rich, creamy Nutella filling. They are soft, decadent, and perfect for make-ahead baking or freezing.
Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies: Gooey Centers with Irresistible Chocolate Flavor
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Decadent chocolate chip cookies with a crisp edge and soft center, each hiding a gooey Nutella-filled surprise that melts perfectly when baked.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup Nutella (chilled in spoonfuls)
Instructions
- Scoop teaspoon-sized dollops of Nutella onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Take about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen Nutella piece in the center, and wrap dough around it.
- Place cookies seam-side down on baking sheets.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Freezing Nutella prevents leaking during baking.
- Do not overbake for a gooey center.
- Cookies firm up as they cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
All-purpose flour provides the structure needed to hold the filling while keeping the cookies tender.
Unsalted butter adds richness and flavor. Softened butter ensures a smooth, creamy dough.
Brown sugar contributes moisture and a subtle caramel depth, helping the cookies stay soft.
Granulated sugar balances sweetness and promotes lightly crisp edges.
Eggs bind the dough and support the cookie’s structure.
Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor and complements the chocolate.
Baking soda allows the cookies to rise slightly and spread evenly.
Salt sharpens the flavors and balances sweetness.
Chocolate chips add texture and classic chocolate flavor throughout the dough.
Nutella forms the indulgent filling, creating a creamy, molten center once baked.
Directions
Begin by preheating the oven and lining baking trays with parchment paper. Scoop small portions of Nutella onto a lined plate and freeze until firm. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Take a portion of cookie dough, flatten it slightly, place a frozen Nutella scoop in the center, and wrap the dough around it, sealing well. Place the filled dough balls onto the prepared trays, spacing them apart. Bake until the edges are set and the centers are still soft. Allow the cookies to cool briefly before serving.
Essential Equipment
Must-Have Tools to Get Rolling
Here’s what you’ll want to have on hand:
Silicone Spatula – Durable, heat-resistant silicone spatula perfect for mixing, scraping, and spreading. Gentle on non-stick cookware and easy to clean.
Large pot – You’ll need this to boil the whole cabbage head and soften the leaves.
large bowl –Spacious, durable large bowl ideal for mixing, serving, or food preparation. Made from sturdy material and easy to clean.
Sharp knife – For coring the cabbage and slicing out the thick stem in each leaf. A paring knife works best.
Mixing bowl – A big bowl makes it easier to combine your meat and rice filling evenly.
Cutting board – For prepping cabbage leaves and rolling them like a pro.
9×13-inch baking dish – Ideal size to fit your rolled cabbage leaves snugly and prevent them from unraveling.
knife – A sharp, durable kitchen knife perfect for slicing, chopping, and dicing with ease.
Servings and timing
This recipe yields approximately 14 to 18 cookies. Preparation time is about 20 minutes, plus chilling time for the Nutella. Baking time is 10 to 12 minutes per batch. Total time is roughly 45 minutes.
Storage/reheating
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For a gooey center, reheat briefly in the oven or microwave. The unbaked stuffed dough can also be frozen for later baking.
Variations and Customizations
Double chocolate version
Use cocoa powder in the dough for a richer chocolate base.
Hazelnut crunch style
Add chopped toasted hazelnuts to the dough for texture.
White chocolate contrast
Replace some chocolate chips with white chocolate.
Espresso-enhanced cookies
Add a small amount of espresso powder to intensify chocolate flavor.
Mini stuffed cookies
Make smaller portions and reduce baking time slightly.
FAQs
Can I skip freezing the Nutella?
Freezing is recommended to prevent leaking during baking.
Do these cookies spread a lot?
They spread moderately; chilling the dough helps control shape.
Are the centers really gooey?
Yes, especially when served warm or slightly underbaked.
Can I freeze baked cookies?
Yes, though reheating is recommended for best texture.
What chocolate chips work best?
Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips are ideal.
Can I use another spread?
Yes, other chocolate-hazelnut spreads can be used.
Why did my Nutella leak out?
The dough may not have been sealed completely.
Are these cookies very sweet?
They are rich but balanced by the cookie dough.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate the dough for up to 24 hours.
Are these suitable for gifting?
Yes, they are impressive and travel well.
Conclusion
Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies are a decadent upgrade to a beloved classic. With soft edges, rich chocolate flavor, and a creamy Nutella center, they deliver bakery-style indulgence in a simple homemade recipe that is sure to impress every time.
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