Supreme Chocolate Drop Cookies

5 from 7 votes

These Supreme Chocolate Drop Cookies are definitely made for chocolate lovers, made with hazelnut cream, hazelnuts & chocolate chunks.

Prep Time15

Cook Time12

Total Time27

Course: cookies, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: cookies

Calories: 158kcal

Author: Rosemary Molloy

Ingredients

1¼ cups all purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt*
¼ cup +1 tablespoon butter (soft)* (66 grams total, if you double the recipe then double this amount)
¾ cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
2 tablespoons hazelnut cream (Nutella)
1 large egg room temperature
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chocolate chips
¾ cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts

*if using unsalted butter then add ¼ teaspoon of salt.

For room temperature remove egg from fridge 30-45 minutes before using.

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Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.
In a large bowl beat together the butter, sugar and hazelnut cream until light and fluffy. Then add the egg and vanilla beat to combine.
On low speed, beat in the flour mixture until combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
Drop by spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets about 2 inches (4-5 cm) apart. Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes, let cool for about 5 minutes on the cookie sheet then move to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Notes

How to store the chocolate drop cookies

The cooled cookies should be stored in an airtight container, they can be kept at room temperature for a day or two, more than that they should be refrigerated. If you house is on the warm side then definitely refrigerate them. They will keep for up to 4-5 days in the fridge.

They can also be frozen, once they have cooled place in an airtight freezer safe bag or container. They can be kept in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

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