Nutella Hazelnut Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of Nutella Hazelnut Snowball Cookies! These soft, chewy cookies melt in your mouth, combining the rich flavor of Nutella with the crunch of toasted hazelnuts. Perfect for any occasion, these treats not only taste amazing but also look stunning on your dessert table. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply treating yourself, these cookies will bring joy and warmth to every gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in Nutella until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and then fold in chopped hazelnuts.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets; roll each ball in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.- Chill the dough for easier handling if it feels sticky.- Experiment with different nut spreads for unique flavors.