Chocolate hazelnut spread cookies
Chocolate hazelnut spread cookies are soft, chewy treats made by incorporating a popular chocolate-hazelnut spread—like Nutella—into a classic cookie dough, often with flour, butter, sugar, and eggs. This variation originated in Europe, particularly Italy, where Nutella was invented, and has become a beloved global dessert.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cookies are typically high in carbohydrates and fat, with moderate protein from flour and eggs, providing energy and a quick calorie boost. A single cookie usually contains around 150-200 calories, along with some iron and antioxidants from the cocoa in the spread.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin E | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg |
Per 2 cookies (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutella, the key ingredient, was created in Italy during World War II as a chocolate substitute due to cocoa shortages, making these cookies a sweet symbol of post-war innovation. Nutritionally, the hazelnut content adds heart-healthy fats, but the high sugar and fat make them an indulgent treat best enjoyed in moderation.
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