Peanut Butter Hazelnut Cookies

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen. These Peanut Butter Hazelnut Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining the rich flavors of peanut butter and hazelnut spread with a satisfying crunch from roasted hazelnuts. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a sweet treat with a cup of tea, these cookies are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

• 1 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup hazelnut spread
• 1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped (optional)

Directions

Prepare the Dough

1. Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the smooth peanut butter, room temperature unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
2. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully combined.

Add Hazelnut Swirl

1. Dollop and Swirl: Dollop the hazelnut spread over the cookie dough. Sprinkle with roasted hazelnuts if using.
2. Swirl Together: Use a knife to gently swirl the hazelnut spread and nuts into the dough, creating a marbled effect.

Chill the Dough

1. Refrigerate: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This step is crucial for allowing the flavors to meld and for the dough to firm up, making it easier to handle and shape.

Bake the Cookies

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Scoop Dough: Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
3. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the center remains soft.

Cooling

1. Initial Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. This helps them set and makes them easier to transfer.
2. Wire Rack: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
• Calories: 210 kcal per cookie
• Servings: 24 cookies

These cookies are a delightful combination of creamy, crunchy, and sweet. The peanut butter provides a rich base, while the hazelnut spread adds a delicious twist. The optional roasted hazelnuts give an extra layer of texture and flavor that is simply irresistible. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just for yourself, these cookies are sure to impress. Enjoy!

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