Description
Ferrero Rocher Cookies capture the iconic chocolate-hazelnut flavor and crunchy texture of Ferrero Rocher chocolates in a soft, chewy cookie. Made with creamy Nutella, chopped hazelnuts, and chocolate chunks, these cookies offer a perfect balance of rich taste and delightful crunch, ideal for celebrations, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Nutella
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Chop the hazelnuts and chocolate chunks into small, even pieces for even distribution.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to ensure even rising and consistent texture.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the softened butter with the brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy to create a tender crumb.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then gradually fold in the Nutella until the dough is glossy with a rich chocolate-hazelnut aroma.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined to avoid toughness.
- Fold in Hazelnuts and Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped hazelnuts and chocolate chunks to ensure every bite has crunchy pieces and melted chocolate pockets.
- Shape and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, place dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them to allow spreading. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set perfectly.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
- Use freshly toasted hazelnuts for the best flavor and crunch.
- Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Watch the baking time closely in the last few minutes; cookies continue to bake slightly after removal from the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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