Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy Nutella Brownies, combining the creamy hazelnut spread with cocoa and a rich chocolate base. Perfectly baked to achieve soft, chewy centers and crisp edges, these brownies are topped with adorable Nutella-filled heart cutouts, making them a sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- 1½ cups Nutella
- ½ cup sifted cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs
Topping
- ¼ cup Nutella (for filling hearts)
Instructions
- Set oven and prep pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make batter: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1½ cups Nutella, sifted cocoa powder, baking powder, and the eggs. Using an electric hand mixer, blend all ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the edges start to pull away from the sides and the center is no longer wiggly when gently shaken.
- Cool and slice: Remove the pan and let the brownies cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes. Once cooled, carefully lift the brownies out using the parchment paper, place on a cutting board, and slice into approximately 25 squares (or 16 larger squares if making heart cutouts).
- Cut out hearts: Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter (about ¾-inch wide), gently press halfway down each brownie square to create a heart-shaped indentation without cutting all the way through. Carefully lift the cutter to remove the small brownie heart piece, which can be saved as a decorative treat.
- Fill hearts with Nutella: Place ¼ cup Nutella into a small zip-lock bag and snip a tiny corner off the bottom. Squeeze a small amount of Nutella into each hollowed-out heart. Use a toothpick or the tip of a knife to evenly spread and fill the hearts if needed. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure brownies are cooled before cutting hearts to avoid crumbling.
- You can substitute Nutella with other chocolate hazelnut spreads if desired.
- Use fresh eggs for best texture.
- The brownies are best consumed within 3-4 days stored in an airtight container.
- For a gluten-free version, confirm that baking powder and cocoa powder are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
