Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dough: In a bowl, combine the Nutella and egg until smooth. Add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie. Roll into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Make the centers: Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press a small indentation into the center of each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the cookies are set but still soft.
- Fill the centers: Let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes. Pipe or spoon a small amount of Nutella into each indentation.
- Serve: Allow to cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar or sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients: A room temperature egg mixes more smoothly with the Nutella and helps create an even dough.
Adjust dough consistency if needed: If the dough feels too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it’s soft but easy to roll. If it feels too dry, mix in a small spoonful of Nutella.
Don’t overbake: Nutellotti should stay soft and slightly chewy. They may look underbaked in the center, but they will firm up as they cool.
Keep the indentations neat: Press the centers gently with your thumb or the back of a small spoon. If the centers puff up during baking, lightly press them again while the cookies are still warm.Add the filling after baking: For the best texture and appearance, fill the centers with Nutella once the cookies come out of the oven and have cooled slightly.
Use parchment paper: This prevents sticking and helps the cookies bake evenly without overbrowning on the bottom.
Space the cookies properly: Leave about 2 inches between each dough ball to allow for slight spreading.
For a decorative finish: Sprinkle chopped hazelnuts, chocolate chips, or powdered sugar on top for extra flavor and presentation.
Estimated nutrition breakdown for Italian Nutella Cookies (Nutellotti) per 1 cookie, based on a 12-cookie batch.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Most of the calories and fat in these cookies come from the Nutella, which contains sugar, palm oil, and hazelnuts. The spread is the primary source of both the cookie’s rich flavor and its fat and sugar content, while the egg and flour contribute small amounts of protein and carbohydrates.
Nutrition Breakdown (Per 1 Cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 | — |
| Total Fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 11 g | — |
| Added Sugars | 10 g | 20% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
Most of the calories and fat in these cookies come from the Nutella, which contains sugar, palm oil, and hazelnuts. The spread is the primary source of both the cookie’s rich flavor and its fat and sugar content, while the egg and flour contribute small amounts of protein and carbohydrates.