Nutella cookies. Simple, fast, and damn good. No fancy ingredients, no long prep. Just mix, bake, eat. They come out soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate-hazelnut flavor. Perfect for when you want something sweet without the hassle.
3-Ingredient Nutella Cookies
Equipment
- Bowl to mix everything
- Baking sheet lined with parchment
- Spoon for scooping dough
- Oven obviously
Ingredients
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Mix all three ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly.Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set. Don’t overbake.
- Cool for a few minutes before eating (if you can wait).
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Notes
- Want a crunchier cookie? Bake for 12 minutes.
- Add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.
- Toss in chocolate chips or nuts if you want extra texture.
- Calories: ~120
- Carbs: 14g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 6g
Creative Ways to Make These Cookies Special
Sure, these 3-ingredient cookies are amazing on their own, but why stop there? With a few simple tweaks, you can take them to the next level. Here are some creative ways to upgrade your cookies and make them even more unforgettable.
1. Stuff Them with More Goodness
- Nutella-Filled – Roll the dough into balls, press a small dent in the middle, add a little extra Nutella, and seal it up before baking. Double the Nutella, double the fun.
- Marshmallow Surprise – Stuff a mini marshmallow inside for a gooey, s’mores-style bite.
- Caramel Core – Place a soft caramel candy in the center before baking.
2. Add Some Crunch
- Chopped Hazelnuts – Sprinkle some crushed hazelnuts on top before baking for extra texture.
- Chocolate Chips – Dark, milk, or white chocolate chips mixed in make them even richer.
- Pretzel Pieces – Adds a salty crunch that balances the sweetness perfectly.
3. Turn Them Into Ice Cream Sandwiches
Let the cookies cool, then sandwich a scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or hazelnut ice cream between two. Freeze for 15 minutes before eating for the perfect summer treat.
4. Drizzle & Dip
- Chocolate Drizzle – Melt some dark or white chocolate and drizzle it over the cookies.
- Peanut Butter Glaze – Mix peanut butter with a little milk and powdered sugar for a creamy topping.
- Dip in Melted Chocolate – Half-dip each cookie in melted chocolate and let it set for a fancier look.
5. Spice It Up (For a bold flavor twist!)
- Cinnamon & Cayenne – A pinch of each in the dough gives the cookies a spicy Mexican chocolate vibe.
- Espresso Powder – Enhances the deep chocolate flavor and adds a slight coffee kick.
- Sea Salt Flakes – A light sprinkle on top after baking makes the flavors pop.
6. Turn Them Into a Dessert Base
- Crush & Sprinkle – Use crushed cookies as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or even a cheesecake crust.
- Layered Parfait – Crumble the cookies and layer them with whipped cream and Nutella in a glass.
7. Make a Giant Nutella Cookie
Instead of making small cookies, press all the dough into a baking pan and make one giant Nutella cookie. Bake slightly longer and slice it like a brownie.
Crazy Nutella Facts You Won’t Believe
Think you know Nutella? Think again. This chocolate-hazelnut spread is more than just a sweet treat—it’s a worldwide obsession. Also, check these crazy Nutella facts!
1. A Jar of Nutella is Sold Every 2.5 Seconds
By the time you finish reading this sentence, someone has bought another jar. In a year, Nutella sales could circle the Earth 1.8 times. That’s how much people love it.
2. Nutella Was Almost Called ‘Pasta’
Yep. When it was first created in Italy, it was named “Pasta Gianduja”, which basically meant “hazelnut chocolate paste.” Not exactly the best name for a legendary spread, right?
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3. It Exists Because of a Chocolate Shortage
After World War II, chocolate was expensive and rare. A baker named Pietro Ferrero mixed hazelnuts with cocoa to stretch the supply—and just like that, Nutella was born.
4. You Could Cover the Great Wall of China with Nutella
If you spread out all the Nutella made in one year, you could coat the Great Wall of China—eight times over. That’s a whole lot of chocolate.
5. France Once Tried to Ban Nutella in Schools
In 2011, France wanted to remove Nutella from school cafeterias because of its high sugar and palm oil content. Safe to say, Nutella fans weren’t happy about it.
6. There’s a World Nutella Day
Yep, February 5th is World Nutella Day. It’s the perfect excuse to eat Nutella straight from the jar (as if you needed one).
Final Thoughts
Nutella is a classic treat that never gets old. You can bake with it, spread it on toast, or just eat it straight from the jar. No matter how you enjoy it, it always hits the spot.
Now go grab a jar and make something delicious!
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