Frosted Hazelnut Chocolate Chip (Print Version)
Chocolate chip cookies with creamy frosting and a rich hazelnut drizzle for a luscious finish.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Cookies
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
09 - 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
→ Frosting
10 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
12 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, as needed
→ Hazelnut Drizzle
15 - 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (e.g., Nutella)
16 - 1 tablespoon milk
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
03 - Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set; cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until creamy; add milk as needed to achieve spreading consistency.
09 - Spread a thin layer of frosting on each completely cooled cookie.
10 - Warm chocolate-hazelnut spread and milk in a microwave-safe bowl for 20 seconds; stir to smooth, then drizzle over frosted cookies with a spoon or piping bag.
11 - Allow drizzle to set for 10 minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It feels like sharing a secret when you tell friends about the unexpected twist of hazelnut drizzle on familiar chocolate chips
- The frosting adds a creamy, dreamy texture that turns ordinary into unforgettable
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- It's essential to let the cookies cool fully before frosting, or the frosting will melt into a mess
- Warming the hazelnut spread just right makes the drizzle silky and easy to pour, changing the whole look and taste
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- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest batter and frosting
- The secret to the best texture is not overbaking; the cookies should look slightly undercooked when removed