Description
Nutella Marshmallow Cookies combine the creamy richness of Nutella with soft, gooey marshmallows inside a perfectly baked cookie, delivering a warm and delightful treat. Perfect for cozy afternoons or celebrations, these cookies offer a decadent flavor fusion and a pleasing textural contrast of crisp edges and melty centers, suitable for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Nutella (hazelnut-chocolate spread)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup mini marshmallows or chopped large marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure they are at room temperature. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Add Nutella and mix until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating a rich chocolatey base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet Nutella mixture, stirring just until a thick cookie dough forms. Avoid overmixing to maintain tender cookies.
- Fold in Marshmallows: Gently fold in the mini marshmallows or chopped regular marshmallows, ensuring even distribution without crushing them.
- Portion and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookie edges turn lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps set the cookies while preserving the gooey marshmallow centers.
Notes
- Use quality Nutella for the best flavor.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to achieve thicker cookies with less spread.
- Remove cookies when edges are set but centers look slightly undercooked to keep them chewy.
- Optionally press a marshmallow on top before baking for a puffed gooey peak.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Nutella, marshmallow cookies, hazelnut chocolate cookies, gooey cookies, easy cookies, chocolate treats