Easy Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies for Beginners
The Ultimate Beginner-Friendly Recipe for Delicious Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies!
Indulge in the deep, rich chocolate flavor of these cookies made with the irresistible Nutella! Perfect for baking novices, this recipe is designed for simplicity and delicious results.
Cookie Dough Ingredients- 100g unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 100g cake flour
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 70g dark brown sugar
- 50g Nutella
- Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by creaming the softened unsalted butter (100g) in a bowl. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat it until it becomes light and fluffy, resembling the consistency of cream cheese. Ensure your butter is at room temperature for best results.
Step 2
Add the dark brown sugar (70g) and Nutella (50g) to the creamed butter. Mix thoroughly until well combined and the mixture is smooth.
Step 3
Crack one egg into the bowl. Beat it into the mixture quickly to prevent separation. If the mixture looks like it’s curdling, you can add a small portion of the sifted dry ingredients at this stage to help stabilize it.
Step 4
Sift the cake flour (100g), all-purpose flour (100g), and baking powder (0.5 teaspoon) together directly into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a ‘cutting’ motion (like drawing an ’11’). Mix just until no dry flour streaks remain; avoid overmixing.
Step 5
As you mix, the dough will gradually become thicker and more cohesive. This dense consistency is what you’re aiming for.
Step 6
Now, stir in your desired amount of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate. Any type of chocolate works well here! Feel free to add chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Step 7
Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap or place it in a plastic bag and shape it. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This chilling period is crucial for developing a chewy texture and ensuring the cookies hold their shape during baking. For even better results, chill for 3-4 hours or overnight.
Step 8
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) about 10 minutes before you’re ready to bake. Proper preheating ensures even baking.
Step 9
The dough will be quite firm after chilling. Let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to slightly soften, making it easier to handle and shape.
Step 10
Portion the dough into equal-sized balls (about 30-40g each). Gently press them down with your palm to flatten them slightly into cookie shapes. Aim for a slightly thick cookie; flattening them too much will result in a crispier texture.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for approximately 17 minutes. Baking times can vary depending on your oven. The cookies are ready when the edges are golden brown and the centers still look slightly soft. This slight underbaking in the center is key to a chewy cookie.
Step 12
Once removed from the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They will firm up and achieve their perfect chewy-crisp texture as they cool.
Step 13
Enjoy your freshly baked Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies with a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee! Happy baking!
