Get ready to experience the ultimate dessert sensation that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These Nutella Cookie Dough Balls are not just a treat; they're a magical combination of rich, creamy Nutella and classic cookie dough that will transport you to dessert paradise. Imagine biting into a soft, gooey cookie ball with swirls of decadent chocolate-hazelnut goodness – it's like a party in your mouth that you won't want to miss!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookie dough balls
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning preparation.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Mix for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and blend until fully incorporated.
- Sift together all-purpose flour and salt in a separate bowl to remove any lumps.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Add Nutella to the dough and gently swirl, creating marbled effect without completely mixing it in.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough into 12 equal-sized balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet with slight separation.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookie dough balls cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before serving. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Room Temperature Magic: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent dough texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining flour and wet ingredients, mix just until incorporated to keep the dough tender and soft.
- Chill for Success: Refrigerating the dough for 15 minutes makes it easier to handle and helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Nutella Swirl Technique: Gently fold Nutella into the dough to create beautiful marbled effects without completely mixing it in.
- Uniform Size Matters: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to create evenly sized dough balls for consistent baking.
- Golden Edges, Soft Center: Watch carefully while baking – you want lightly golden edges but a soft, gooey center.
- Cooling is Key: Let the cookie dough balls cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, if they last that long!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg
