Easy Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies (+ Video)

These Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies were invented by a friend of mine who has a wicked sweet tooth but must eat gluten-free. After trying these cookies for the first time, I begged for the recipe! Now I’m so excited to be sharing these little creations with you.

What I love most about these cookies is that they only require 5 minutes of prep and 5 simple ingredients. Plus, they are loaded with protein and are completely flourless! What’s not to love?

What is Nutella?

Nutella is a chocolate-hazelnut spread that has been gracing snack cupboards for decades. The Italian brand Ferrero introduced Nutella back in 1964 and chefs use it to stuff and sweeten a myriad of different treats. From crepes to cupcakes to cookies, Nutella adds a unique flavor and an unbeatable richness.

How to Make Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies

When a sweet tooth hits and you don’t feel like baking something complicated, these cookies are your new secret weapon. The prep and clean-up couldn’t be any easier and the end result is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Follow these simple steps to nail this recipe each and every time:

• Crush or rough chop the nuts.
• Whisk egg and brown sugar together. Mix in peanut butter and Nutella spread.
• Fold the nuts into the batter.
• Scoop small pieces of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Using a fork, press on the tops lightly to flatten each cookie out.
• Bake cookies at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Allow cookies to set at room temperature.

FAQ

How to Store Nutella Cookies

Since these cookies are made without flour, they have a tendency to melt and spread at room temperature. To prevent this, store them in either the refrigerator or freezer.

• Refrigerator: Store Nutella cookies in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They should keep for up to two weeks when stored properly.
• Freezer: Place cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet. Pop entire tray into the freezer and allow cookies to completely freeze. Remove from the tray and place in a freezer-safe plastic storage bag. When you’re ready to eat, allow cookies to thaw in the fridge until softened through.

Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies Tutorial

A few More Nutella Cookie Recipes

Love Nutella? We do too. Check out these other sweet treats that incorporate this delectable spread:

• 4 Ingredient Nutella Cookies – This recipe require one less ingredient for those who are really looking to make something simple.
• Nutella Stuffed Snowball Cookies Recipe – Creamy Nutella is stuffed into the center of these yummy cookies. Too good!
• Ferrero Rocher Christmas Cookies – Your favorite fancy candy as a cookie. What more is there to say?

Recipe

Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies

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Servings

30 Units

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

Nutella Cookies are rich, chewy and so darn easy to make. If you can mix things, you can make these!

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup Nutella
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (chunky or creamy)
• 1/2 cup roasted nuts (walnuts, pecans, peanuts also would work)

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Instructions

• Place nuts in a plastic storage bag and crush into small pieces with a meat tenderizer.
  
• In a bowl, whisk together the egg and brown sugar. Mix in peanut butter and Nutella.
  
• Fold in nuts.
  
• Scoop small pieces of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Using a fork, press on the tops lightly to flatten out.
  
• Bake cookies at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. They will still appear soft when you remove them from the oven, but that's perfectly normal. Allow them to set at room temperature for a couple minutes to harden. Serve and enjoy!
  

Nutrition Facts

Gluten-Free Nutella Cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 81 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Cholesterol 5mg2%

Sodium 25mg1%

Potassium 69mg2%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 8IU0%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 13mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.