Peanut Butter Hazelnut Swirl Cookies: A Nutty and Indulgent Treat

Peanut Butter Hazelnut Swirl Cookies are delightfully soft cookies that combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and hazelnut in a beautiful swirl. They’re not overly sweet either. I think they’re a perfect anytime treat, and if you’re not a hazelnut fan, feel free to omit it. They will still be undeniably delicious!

If you’re looking for a nutty & indulgent dessert that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make soft and chewy cookies and pair them with a swirl of rich hazelnut spread, you get the perfect treat. The addition of hazelnut just sends them over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for a cozy snack and these dreamy cookies remind me of comfort and indulgence. Not a fan of hazelnut? Don’t worry, they’re still delicious without it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup hazelnut spread (e.g., Nutella)

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
3. Add the Peanut Butter and Egg:
   • Beat in the peanut butter until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Swirl in the Hazelnut Spread:
   • Drop small dollops of hazelnut spread into the cookie dough. Gently fold and swirl the hazelnut spread into the dough with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
6. Scoop the Dough:
   • Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake the Cookies:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
8. Cool the Cookies:
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy:
   • Enjoy your Peanut Butter Hazelnut Swirl Cookies, a perfect blend of nutty goodness and rich indulgence.

These Peanut Butter Hazelnut Swirl Cookies are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth with a nutty twist. Enjoy!