Description
These Nutella-Stuffed Snowball Cookies feature a soft, tender texture with a luscious, creamy plant-based Nutella center. Perfectly sweet and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies are ideal for cozy afternoons, festive gatherings, or thoughtful homemade gifts.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Nutella Filling
- 1 cup plant-based Nutella
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (natural), plus extra for dusting
- 1 cup unsalted vegan butter, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Nutella filling: Mix the plant-based Nutella with the natural gelling agent gently. Scoop into small balls and freeze for about 30 minutes to solidify the filling.
- Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream the unsalted vegan butter with powdered sugar (natural) until fluffy. Add vanilla extract (natural) and salt, mixing well. Gradually incorporate the flour until a smooth dough forms.
- Assemble the cookies: Take a portion of dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a frozen Nutella ball in the center and carefully wrap the dough around the filling, sealing it completely. Roll into a smooth ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake to perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain tender. Let cool briefly on the tray, then roll in powdered sugar (natural) for the classic snowy finish.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and maintain softness.
- Freeze Nutella balls well to avoid melting into the dough during baking.
- Roll cookies gently in powdered sugar while still warm for an even coating.
- Use vegan butter at room temperature for better dough consistency and mixing.
- Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly soft when removed to keep a tender texture.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Nutella, Stuffed Cookies, Snowball Cookies, Vegan Cookies, Gluten Free Cookies, Plant-based Nutella
