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Nutella biscuits

⏱ 20 min🍳 15 min👤 10 pp★★☆☆☆

These delicious Nutella biscuits are absolutely delicious and will be loved by everyone, young or old, because as we all know chocolate never fails to please ... so let's discover how to make them - and thus make everyone in your house happy at the same time! Simple and extremely tasty, they are made from a ‘short’ crumbly pastry and a filling of delicious Nutella, they’re great as a snack, for breakfast, to satisfy a pang of hunger during the day, to offer to your friends or relatives, and are also excellent if dipped in milk or simply eaten with tea or coffee. They will disappear in a flash so we suggest you make them in large quantities! They can also be made with the help of your children, who will enjoy cutting out the pastry shapes and then love eating the final product! With our hints and the photo gallery, which illustrates step-by-step all the stages of the recipe, these biscuits will be a breeze to make and very well appreciated!

Ingredients

Nutritional values 280 kcal / serving
Protein
4g
Carbohydrates
32g
Fat
15g
Fiber
1g

* approximate values per serving

Information
20 minutes Total time
15 minutes Active time
Serves 10 persons
★★☆☆☆ Medium difficulty

Preparation

Make a sweet shortcrust pastry with the addition of a tablespoon of cocoa powder. Once you have mixed everything together, leave the pastry to rest in the fridge for 30 min. Roll out the pastry until it is very thin. Cut out lots of biscuits with a daisy-shaped pastry cutter. Put half a teaspoon of Nutella in the centre of half of the daisy shapes, leaving one with none for each one with Nutella. Cover the shapes with Nutella with the plain shapes and seal the edges well. Bake the biscuits at 180°C for 15 minutes.

Tips
We recommend making the pastry in advance and keeping it in the fridge, wrapped in cling film, for as long as a day - the result will make your pastry even more crumbly. Also, if you don’t have any proper pastry cutters, you can easily use a coffee cup or glass and get perfect circles just the same.
Trivia
The Italian name for these biscuits is ‘frollini’, a term which comes from the Italian for shortcrust pastry. You can also make variations of the pastry in any way you want: with chocolate, vanilla, and in many other ways.

Step by step

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Additional information

Nutella Cookies with Cocoa Powder

Nutella cookies can be further enriched by adding cocoa powder to the shortcrust pastry dough. This variant not only intensifies the chocolate flavor but also gives the cookies a more indulgent appearance. To prepare the cookies with cocoa, simply incorporate a tablespoon of cocoa powder into the basic shortcrust pastry recipe. After kneading, the mixture will result in a dark and enveloping color. Proceed to roll out the dough and cut out the desired shapes. Don't forget to fill the cookies with Nutella, creating a delicious contrast between the sweetness and the cocoa. Bake as indicated, and you will obtain irresistible cookies, perfect for a snack or a sweet moment of pause.

Marchigiana Nutella Cookies

An interesting variant of Nutella cookies is represented by the typical preparation from the Marche region. Although the basic recipe remains the same, it is possible to enrich it with local ingredients, such as chopped walnuts or hazelnuts, which can be added to the dough to give a crunchy note and an authentic flavor. The Marche region is famous for its baked goods, and the cookies can take on a peculiar flavor thanks to the use of local flours. These Marchigiana cookies are perfect for accompanying an afternoon tea or as a dessert for a party. Thanks to their crumbly texture and Nutella filling, they will win over even the most discerning palates.

Light Nutella Cookies without Butter

For those who want a lighter version of Nutella cookies, it is possible to prepare a variant without butter. By using seed oil or yogurt instead of butter, a lighter shortcrust pastry is obtained, while still maintaining the softness and crumbly texture typical of this dessert. This light preparation is ideal for those following a balanced diet but who do not want to give up the pleasure of a homemade sweet. Remember to balance the ingredients and check the amounts of sugar to achieve a healthy yet tasty cookie. Thus, light Nutella cookies can become an excellent option for a healthy and tasty snack, perfect even for children.

Benefits of Nutella Cookies: Calories and Nutrients

Nutella cookies, thanks to their simple and genuine ingredients, can be a pleasant sweet to enjoy in moderation. The shortcrust pastry is rich in carbohydrates, while Nutella provides a dose of sugars and fats. On average, a Nutella cookie contains about 100-120 calories, depending on the size and ingredients used. However, it is important to consider that excessive consumption of sweets can lead to weight gain and health problems. Consuming Nutella cookies in moderation and within a balanced diet can offer a moment of sweetness without compromising well-being. Additionally, the presence of cocoa can provide antioxidants, making the sweet not only delicious but also with some health benefits.

Can Nutella Cookies be Frozen?

Yes, Nutella cookies can be frozen to prolong their freshness. To do this, it is advisable to freeze the cookies after they have been baked and completely cooled. Place them in an airtight container or in food bags, separating the various layers with parchment paper to prevent them from sticking together. In this way, you can store the cookies for up to 2-3 months. When you want to enjoy them, simply let them thaw at room temperature or warm them slightly in the oven to restore their fragrance. This will allow you to always have a homemade sweet available, ready for any occasion.