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    July 15, 2022 Chocolate

    Easy Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies With Nutella

    Easy Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies With Nutella

    These easy peanut butter cookies with Nutella are perfectly chewy and delicious!

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    Peanut butter And Nutella

    If you are a fan of the classic peanut butter and chocolate combo (and let’s face it – who isn't?), then you need these chewy peanut butter Nutella cookies in your life! Covered in rich, creamy Nutella and lightly sprinkled with sea salt, these peanut butter cookies are the perfect sweet and salty treat.

    This is a fun twist on a traditional peanut butter cookie recipe. Whip up a batch of these cookies in just a little over an hour for an easy, indulgent dessert that everyone will love. The addition of sea salt on top really makes the flavors pop.

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    How to Make Extra Chewy Cookies

    One of the most important steps in making these peanut butter cookies with Nutella is “dropping” them on the counter when you take them out of the oven. This technique pushes the excess air out of the cookies and makes them look a bit more crinkly.

    Getting rid of the extra air in the cookies will make them much flatter rather than puffy. You’ll end up with bigger, chewier cookies that have a soft center and slightly crispy edge. This also makes them easier to dip into the Nutella.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    I love these chewy peanut butter cookies with Nutella because they look way more complex than they actually are! All you need is 12 ingredients, most of which you probably already have at home. Here are a few more great things about this recipe:

    • It combines two of the best flavors – chocolate and peanut butter
    • It makes 24 amazingly thick and chewy cookies
    • The dough can be prepped ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator or freezer
    • It can easily be doubled to feed a crowd
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    Ingredients

    All-purpose flour: I use all-purpose flour in this recipe but whole wheat flour would also work. The flour acts as a stabilizer and contributes to the thick texture.

    Baking soda: The baking soda helps the cookies rise and make them more thick and chewy.

    Salt: The salt provides additional flavor and brings out the sweetness from the sugar.

    Butter: I like to use salted butter here but unsalted butter can be used as well. Butter adds richness, tenderness, and structure to these peanut butter cookies.

    Granulated sugar: Sugar adds sweetness and moisture to this recipe as well as color and structure to the final product.

    Light brown sugar: In addition to sweetness, brown sugar adds moisture and density to these cookies. It also helps with leavening and makes your cookies chewier.

    Egg: Room temperature eggs are an important ingredient that provides structure and helps bind all of the ingredients together.

    Creamy peanut butter: Besides its signature flavor, the peanut butter adds moisture and density to these cookies. I wouldn’t recommend using crunchy peanut butter because it will make the cookies a bit more dry and crumbly.

    Pure vanilla extract: Vanilla extract enhances the other flavors and provides an additional layer of flavor.

    Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread: If you’ve never had Nutella, it’s probably one of the most addicting things ever! It adds the perfect amount of sweetness and chocolatey flavor to the peanut butter cookies.

    Refined coconut oil: It’s important to use refined coconut oil in this recipe because of its neutral flavor. Unrefined coconut oil has a strong coconut flavor that you don't want for these cookies.

    Sea salt: The sea salt sprinkled on top of these cookies is optional but I definitely recommend it! It really intensifies the flavors and emphasizes the contrast between the sweet and salty.

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    How To Make This Recipe

    To make these super easy chewy peanut butter cookies with Nutella, follow these simple steps.

    Making The Dough

    Start by preparing the ingredients. Make sure all of your cold ingredients are at room temperature to ensure proper mixing. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside for later.

    Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter for 1-2 minutes on high speed until it's smooth. Then, mix in the granulated and brown sugars. Mix until they are completely creamed with the butter.

    Next, beat the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar. Be sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Add the peanut butter and mix until it is fully incorporated.

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    Add in the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until fully combined. Cover the dough and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 30-45 minutes.

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    Baking

    Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Once the dough is chilled, roll it into 2-inch balls or scoop with a 2-inch cookie scoop. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet about 2-inches apart.

    Bake them for 10 minutes until the tops begin to crack slightly. Remove cookies from the oven and "drop" them on the counter to flatten them. Allow them to cool to room temperature. While the cookies are cooling, prepare two cool baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.

    Dipping

    In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the Nutella and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval. Once it's warm with a thin consistency, mix it well to ensure the Nutella and oil are fully combined.

    Then, dip each cookie in the chocolate to cover half of each cookie and place them on the prepared baking sheets. If desired, sprinkle each cookie with a small amount of sea salt.

    Place the dipped cookies in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to fully set up. Remove from the freezer and enjoy!

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    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    1. Use parchment paper instead of non-stick spray. For these cookies, I recommend using parchment paper rather than non-stick spray. It helps give them an even bake while still allowing them to be transferred without cracking or breaking. The cooking spray creates a greasy surface that causes too much spreading.
    2. Spoon and level the flour. The most accurate way to measure flour (without weighing it) is to use the spoon and level method. Use a spoon to fluff the flour and ensure it’s not packed down.
      Spoon the flour into the measuring cup until it’s full and then level off the top with the back of a knife. Avoid shaking or tapping the measuring cup to even the top as this will pack down the flour and could result in too much flour.
    3. Don’t overmix the dough. Mix the dough just until all of the ingredients are fully combined. Overmixing the dough can result in tough and crumby cookies.
    4. Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the cookie dough solidifies the fat in the cookies. As a result, the fat takes longer to melt as the cookies bake, producing less spread.
    5. Add coconut oil to the Nutella. The coconut oil helps the Nutella set up in the freezer after dipping the cookies. Without it, the Nutella would maintain its normally gooey texture making it harder to work with.

    How To Store Leftovers

    You can store your peanut butter cookies with Nutella in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be stored in the refrigerator for up 5 days – they are really good cold! For longer storage, you can keep them in the freezer for up to 3 weeks in an airtight container.

    If you want to prepare the peanut butter cookie dough ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking. It can be stored in the freezer for up to a month. After freezing, allow the dough to thaw in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before baking.

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    Recipe FAQ’s

    Why are my peanut butter cookies dry?

    Your peanut butter Nutella cookies may be dry for a few reasons. Overmixing the dough, overbaking your cookies, or adding too much flour can make your cookies dry and crumbly.

    What does brown sugar do in cookies?

    Because brown sugar is dense and easily compactible, it creates fewer air pockets during the creaming process. As a result, it produces cookies that rise less and spread more. Additionally, less moisture is capable of escaping, so they also stay moist and chewy.

    Can I use baking powder instead of baking soda in cookies?

    No, I would not recommend using baking powder in these cookies because it will affect the texture. Generally, baking soda is used for chewy cookies, while fluffier cookies are often made with baking powder.

    Are these peanut butter Nutella cookies gluten-free?

    No. These peanut butter cookies are made with wheat flour so they do contain gluten. This recipe may work with gluten-free flour but I have not tested it.

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    Easy Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies With Nutella

    July 15, 2022
    These easy chewy peanut butter cookies with Nutella are the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter. If you’re craving something salty and sweet, give this peanut butter cookie recipe a try.
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    Prep Time 35 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Chill Time 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Cookies, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 cookies
    Calories 205 kcal

    Equipment

    • whisk
    • Mixer
    • Baking Sheets
    • Microwave-Safe Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup butter softened
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
    • 1 large egg room temperature
    • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 cup Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread
    • 3 tablespoon coconut oil refined
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt (for topping) optional

    Instructions
     

    • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter for 1-2 minutes on high speed until smooth. Mix in the granulated and brown sugars and mix until completely creamed with the butter.
    • Beat the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Add the peanut butter and mix until fully incorporated.
    • Add in the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until fully combined. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Once the dough is chilled, roll into 2-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet about 2-inches apart.
    • Bake for 10 minutes until the tops begin to crack slightly. Remove cookies from the oven and "drop" them on the counter to flatten them. Allow them to cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, prepare two baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
    • In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the Nutella and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval. Once it's warm with a thin consistency, mix it well to ensure the Nutella and oil are fully combined.
    • Dip each cookie in the chocolate to cover half of each cookie and place them on the prepared baking sheets. If desired, sprinkle each cookie with a small amount of sea salt. Then, place the cookies in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set up. Remove from the freezer and enjoy.

    Video

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    Notes

    Dropping the cookies on the counter makes them flatter so they are perfect for dipping in chocolate. It also gives them a chewier texture.
    Keyword chewy peanut butter cookies, easy peanut butter cookies, peanut butter cookies, peanut butter cookies with nutella, peanut butter nutella cookies

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    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      July 27, 2022 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      This sound soooooo delicious. My family is going to lose their minds, we all love Nutella! Thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
    2. Jess says

      July 20, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      5 stars
      These flavors are amazing!

      Reply
    3. Stephanie says

      July 20, 2022 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love ❤️ the combination of Nutella and peanut butter. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    4. Giangi says

      July 20, 2022 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      Bookmarking this to make it this weekend. Nutella is my passion and we all love peanut butter. Cannot wait

      Reply
    5. nancy says

      July 20, 2022 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      i made these for a party and my friends loved it so much. I had to come back to tell you this

      Reply
      • thecurlyspoon says

        July 20, 2022 at 11:43 pm

        Thanks so much for letting us know, Nancy! I'm glad they were a hit.

        Reply
    6. Andrea says

      July 20, 2022 at 3:50 pm

      5 stars
      these cookies are soooo good and so fun to make too!

      Reply
    7. Katie says

      July 19, 2022 at 10:37 pm

      5 stars
      The most perfect flavor combo ever oh my goodness! The whole family is already asking for these again!

      Reply
    8. Samantha says

      July 19, 2022 at 11:41 am

      5 stars
      Bookmarking to save for the holidays! These look incredible!

      Reply
    9. Amy says

      July 18, 2022 at 7:08 pm

      These are some of the best peanut butter cookies I've ever had! The nutella makes this!

      Reply
    10. Katie says

      July 17, 2022 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      Oh these were a hit! Can you go wrong with Peanut Butter and Nutella? Not with this recipe, that's for sure!

      Reply
    11. Cindy says

      July 17, 2022 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      These cookies are the perfect combination of peanut butter and chocolate. Not to mention how pretty they are!

      Reply
    12. Nancy says

      July 16, 2022 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Tasty sweet and savoury dessert recipe.

      Reply
    13. Jacqui says

      July 16, 2022 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love how creative this recipe is!

      Reply
    14. Shelby says

      July 16, 2022 at 8:42 am

      5 stars
      Love the texture on these! I always make crispy cookies so this was a nice switch up!

      Reply

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