Nutella Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Nutella: A creamy hazelnut spread with cocoa that adds a rich, chocolatey flavor to the cookies.

All-purpose flour: This provides the structure and base for the cookie dough.

Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps to create a tender texture.

Baking powder: A leavening agent that helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.

Eggs: Bind the ingredients together and add moisture to the dough.

Vanilla extract: Enhances the flavor of the cookies with a hint of vanilla.

Powdered sugar: Used for rolling the dough balls, giving the cookies their signature crinkled appearance.

When rolling the dough into balls, make sure your hands are slightly damp to prevent the dough from sticking. This will help you achieve perfectly round cookies and ensure an even coating of powdered sugar.

• nutella - Substitute with chocolate hazelnut spread: A similar spread with a comparable texture and flavor profile.

• all-purpose flour - Substitute with whole wheat flour: Provides a slightly nuttier flavor and more fiber, though it may alter the texture slightly.

• granulated sugar - Substitute with coconut sugar: Adds a caramel-like flavor and is less processed, though it may make the cookies slightly darker.

• baking powder - Substitute with baking soda and cream of tartar: Use ¼ teaspoon baking soda and ½ teaspoon cream of tartar for a similar leavening effect.

• large eggs - Substitute with flax eggs: Mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water per egg. This is a good vegan alternative.

• vanilla extract - Substitute with almond extract: Provides a different but complementary flavor, though use half the amount as it is stronger.

• powdered sugar - Substitute with cocoa powder: For a less sweet but still flavorful coating, though it will change the appearance and taste.

• Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. This ensures they maintain their delightful crinkle texture and don't become soggy when stored.

• Once cooled, place the Nutella crinkle cookies in an airtight container. Layer them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and preserve their delicate dessert charm.

• Store the container at room temperature for up to one week. This keeps the cookies fresh and ready for any spontaneous dessert cravings.

• For longer storage, you can freeze the cookies. Arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. This prevents them from sticking together.

• Transfer the frozen cookies to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date to keep track of their freshness.

• When ready to enjoy, let the cookies thaw at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes. This brings back their delightful dessert texture and flavor.

• For an extra touch of indulgence, warm the thawed cookies in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for a few minutes. This revives their freshly-baked aroma and makes them irresistibly gooey.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the Nutella Crinkle Cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Cover the cookies loosely with aluminum foil to prevent them from drying out.
  4. Heat the cookies for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are warmed through.
  5. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before enjoying.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place a few Nutella Crinkle Cookies on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover the cookies with a damp paper towel to keep them moist.
  3. Microwave on medium power for 10-15 seconds.
  4. Check the cookies and, if necessary, heat for an additional 5-10 seconds until they are warm.
  5. Let them sit for a minute before serving to avoid burning your mouth.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the Nutella Crinkle Cookies on the toaster oven tray.
  3. Cover the cookies with a piece of aluminum foil.
  4. Heat for about 5 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure they don’t overheat.
  5. Remove and let cool slightly before enjoying.

• Stovetop Skillet Method:

  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over low heat.
  2. Place the Nutella Crinkle Cookies in the skillet.
  3. Cover the skillet with a lid to create a mini-oven effect.
  4. Heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side, flipping gently to avoid breaking the cookies.
  5. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly before serving.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the Nutella Crinkle Cookies in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Heat for about 3-4 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure they don’t overheat.
  4. Remove and let cool slightly before enjoying.

• Oven: Used to bake the cookies at the specified temperature of 350°F (175°C).

• Baking sheet: A flat sheet used to place the cookie dough balls on for baking.

• Parchment paper: Lining for the baking sheet to prevent the cookies from sticking.

• Mixing bowl: A large bowl used to combine the flour and baking powder.

• Mixing bowl: Another bowl used to mix Nutella, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.

• Whisk: Used to whisk together the flour and baking powder.

• Spatula: Useful for mixing the wet and dry ingredients together.

• Measuring cups: Used to measure out the Nutella, flour, and granulated sugar.

• Measuring spoons: Used to measure the baking powder and vanilla extract.

• Spoon: Used to scoop out the dough to form 1-inch balls.

• Bowl: A small bowl to hold the powdered sugar for rolling the dough balls.

• Wire rack: Used to cool the cookies completely after baking.

Pre-measure ingredients: Measure out flour, sugar, and baking powder ahead of time to streamline the mixing process.

Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop ensures uniform dough balls and speeds up the rolling process.

Chill the dough: If the dough is too sticky, chill it for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.

Line baking sheets: Use parchment paper to save time on cleanup and prevent sticking.

Batch baking: Bake multiple cookies at once by using multiple baking sheets.