Ingredients: |
Ingredients: For the cookies: 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, roasted at 350º for 5-10 minutes 1 (13oz) jar chocolate hazelnut spread (such as Nutella) 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 ⅓ cups sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 cups all purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 cup milk
For the coating: 2 cups finely chopped hazelnuts About 1 cup confectioners sugar, sifted
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Directions: |
Directions:Preheat oven to 375º. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. -Whisk together the flour baking powder, and salt. Set aside. -Using an electric mixer, on medium speed, beat the chocolate-hazelnut spread, with the butter, until thoroughly combined. -Gradually add the sugar, mixing well. -Add the eggs and vanilla, beat until well blended. -Add the flour in three portions alternating with two portions of the milk. Mix until just combined. -Stir in toasted hazelnuts. TO PORTION AND COAT THE COOKIES: Using about 1 Tbsp of dough, form into 1 inch balls. Roll each ball in finely chopped hazelnuts and then in the confectioners sugar. Place on cookie sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake one pan at a time, 8-10 minutes or until cookies are set. Place the pan on wire racks to allow cookies to cool completely. NOTES: If your kitchen is warm or the dough doesn’t shape well, try chilling dough for 15-30 minutes. Recipe adapted from Southern Living. Makes about 6 dozen. |