Get ready to bake some super yummy cookies that are soft, full of chocolate chips, and have a special twist of Nutella! These cookies are like a little hug in every bite, perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying all by yourself. Let’s mix, swirl, and bake our way to the most delicious treats that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
- 170g (1+1/3 cup) all-purpose flour
- 110g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 50g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 50g (1/4 cup) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 large egg
- 100g (1/2 cup) chocolate chips
- A pinch of salt
- 10 1/2 tablespoons hazelnut chocolate spread (Nutella or similar)
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, blend together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and a dash of salt using a whisk. Set the mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. Blend in the vanilla extract.
- Add Egg:
- Beat in the egg to the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until they are just blended together. Be cautious not to overmix to maintain the cookies’ tenderness.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips:
- Carefully incorporate the chocolate chips into the cookie dough by gently folding them in.
- Nutella Swirls:
- Spoon the hazelnut chocolate spread into the cookie dough. Use a knife or a skewer to gently swirl it through the dough, creating marbled patterns. Do not overmix; you want to see distinct swirls.
- Shape Cookies:
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool down completely.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once cooled, serve your Hazelnut Swirl Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.
These Hazelnut Swirl Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, chewy, and chocolaty, with a hint of hazelnut that makes them irresistibly good. Whether for a special occasion or a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to delight everyone who tries them. Enjoy baking and indulging in your homemade treats!