Homemade Nutella Biscuits Recipe – easy popular bites

To all my Nutella fans, you’re in for a sweet treat with this delicious recipe for Nutella biscuits! These crunchy-munchy cookies are a delightful combination of rich Nutella, biscuit texture, and a hint of cream. Whether you’re craving Nutella cookies as a snack or looking for something to serve your guests with their coffee or tea, this easy recipe will become a go-to. Plus, it’s perfect for those times when you want to whip up something quick with just a handful of pantry staples. 

I am a self-confessed Nutella addict. Whether I spread it on a freshly baked, warm loaf of sourdough, dip my fruit in it or eat it by the spoon straight out of the jar, there‘s never a moment when I refuse this delicious chocolate hazelnut spread. So you can imagine my excitement, when I tested a few Nutella cookie recipes and they turned out delicious.

Now, before we misunderstand each other, I am fully aware of the amount of sugar and fat my favourite spread contains. Yes, the main ingredient is sugar. No, they don’t use wholesome, organic ingredients to produce it. But sometimes you just need to leave health and reason behind, and fully indulge.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make these chocolate biscuit bombs at home. Perfect for any occasion, these rich and soft cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re looking to learn how to make Nutella cookies for the first time or want to experiment with Nutella biscuits ingredients, this recipe is a must-try. 

Ingredients

Nutella, of course!  The star of the show, Nutella brings a smooth, creamy texture and an unmistakable hazelnut-chocolate flavor to these biscuits. It adds richness to the dough and can also be used as a delicious Nutella filling for extra indulgence. Do not skimp here, in my decades of creamy Nutella addiction I have never come across a suitable substitute.

Flour. I use all-purpose flour, which gives structure to the biscuits. You could substitute for spelt or possibly a light wholemeal flour. I wouldn’t recommend any heavy bread flours here, as these will make the cookies far too dense.

Baking Powder. Baking powder is a common ingredient in baking and this won’t change for this recipe. It helps the biscuits rise, giving them a light, fluffy texture. While you could technically make them without baking powder, the biscuits might turn out too dense without it.

Egg to bind our ingredients together. Cookies and biscuits often only need one egg, and this is what we’ll use here. It also adds moisture to help the biscuits stay soft.

Cream. One of my mum’s friends recommended a splash of cream for any crumbly dough. It smoothes out any clumpy, crumbly bits and instead keeps the dough together in one smooth ball.

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Nutella Biscuits

Chill the dough. Once mixed, let the dough rest in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes. This makes it easier to handle and shape the biscuits. With so much Nutella, the dough can feel quite sticky and adding a splash of cream certainly doesn‘t help. Chilling the dough will slightly solidify the core ingredient and allow for easier handling. 

Don’t overwork the dough. Mix the ingredients until just combined. As tempting as it is, over-mixing can lead to tough biscuits and no one wants those.

Experiment with fillings. While these Nutella cookies are perfect on their own, you can create variations by adding chopped nuts or a few dried fruits to the dough. To make this even more indulgent, add even more of the sweet spread for sandwich-style biscuits with Nutella filling.

Watch the cooking time. Just like overworking the dough, these cookies can go from perfectly soft to overdone quickly. Keep an eye on them while baking, especially in the last few minutes. You want them to be baked through, but not overdone. 

How to make my homemade Nutella biscuits recipe from scratch

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, combine the Nutella and egg. Combine the mixture until smooth. 

Sift the flour and baking powder into the bowl, then gently fold it into the Nutella mixture until just combined. As tempting as it is to keep mixing, do not overdo this step.

At this point, you might look at your dough and find it looking a little clumpy. Add the cream and gently fold it into the mixture. You should see your dough come together with this simple addition and it should now be soft and evenly combined. 

Now that your dough is ready, place it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to chill. This will make it much easier to handle.

Roll the biscuit dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the lined tray. If you like flat cookies, press them down gently with the back of a spoon to flatten slightly before placing the tray in the oven. 

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the center remains soft. The biscuits will continue to firm up as they cool.

Let the biscuits cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

I love to drizzle my cookie tops with a tiny bit of lemon icing once cooled. Feel free to add your favourite toppings or coat them in even more Nutella. 

Enjoy your freshly baked cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!

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Frequently asked questions

What happens to Nutella if you bake it?

When you bake Nutella cookies or use it in a Nutella biscuits recipe, the Nutella will harden slightly and develop a crisp exterior. However, it still retains a soft, gooey center, especially in these 4 ingredient Nutella cookies. If you’re using Nutella as a filling in biscuits with Nutella filling, it will remain soft and creamy even after baking. The key here is to bake your biscuits on low temperatures for just enough time yo cook through. Nutella, just like any other chocolate, can easily burn at high temperatures. This is why recipes usually recommend baking at around 350°F (175°C).

Why can’t you put Nutella in the fridge?

Can’t isn’t quite correct, shouldn’t is more accurate. Nutella is sensitive to cold temperatures. Storing your jar of Nutella in the fridge can cause the oils in the spread to solidify, making it hard and difficult to spread. If you have ever stayed the night at a home where all spreads were kept in the fridge, you likely remember how frustrating the spreading of your breakfast slice of bread was. It‘s one of those occasions that can ruin the entire day ahead when you have a usually smooth spread tear holes in your toast. To avoid you having to go through these traumatic mornings yourself, it’s best to store it in a cool, dry place to maintain its creamy consistency.

Are Nutella cookies healthy?

While delicious, a Nutella cookies, just like a chocolate chip cookie, is high in sugar and fat, so it is more of an indulgent treat than a healthy snack. The Nutella biscuits ingredients are mostly Nutella and a little flour, which provide energy but also add up in calories. Treat this recipe like a once in a while treat rather than a weekday staple.

Can you freeze Nutella cookies?

Yes, you can freeze your batch of cookies. Chances are, you won’t ever have to because they’re gone the moment they come out of the oven. Once baked and cooled, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, just thaw at room temperature, or pop them in the oven for a few minutes to regain that freshly baked taste. Remember to heat them at low temperatures, placed in a single layer on a cookie sheet, to keep the chocolate from burning. 

Are Nutella biscuits gluten free?

Most Nutella biscuits are not gluten free because they contain flour as one of their main ingredients. However, you can find or make gluten-free variations by substituting the flour with gluten-free alternatives in your Nutella biscuits recipe. Given the high amount of Nutella used in this recipe, the unique flavour some gluten free flours have will likely be overpowered by the chocolate’s nutty sweetness. The thing to remember is that gluten free flour often won’t rise as high as regular flour, causing the biscuits to become a little more flat. 

Can you make cookies with Nutella?

Absolutely! Making cookies with Nutella is very simple, and some of the best Nutella recipes require only a few ingredients. These recipes are perfect if you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert. While there are different ways of making these sweet desserts, you are essentially making a standard cookie dough with a cup of Nutella. For the full recipe and ingredient list, keep scrolling to the recipe card at the bottom of the post. 

Why are Nutella cookies not crunchy?

Nutella biscuits cookies tend to be soft and chewy due to the Nutella’s high fat content. The hazelnut spread contributes to a more tender texture, which is why Nutella cookies are not typically crunchy. To make them crispier, you can bake them longer or adjust the Nutella biscuits ingredients by adding more flour or using less Nutella.

What fruit goes best with Nutella?

Fruits like cherries, bananas, and apples are fantastic pairings with Nutella. You will find most berries and low-acidity fruit to taste delicious with a little Nutella on the side. I personally love to melt a little Nutella in a pot, to then drizzle over my chopped up fruit. Even without cookies, this makes for a deliciously indulgent, semi-healthy treat. If you’re making Nutella cookies or a Nutella biscuits recipe, these fruits can be served alongside the dessert for a fresh and juicy contrast to the richness of Nutella.