Description
Soft, melt-in-your-mouth Nutella-Stuffed Snowball Cookies made entirely with rich, plant-based ingredients. These cookies feature a delicate, crumbly exterior and a gooey, creamy Nutella center, perfect for sharing at any occasion. Simple to make with customizable options and a delightful balance of textures and flavors, these treats will quickly become a family favorite dessert.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (natural), plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1 cup Nutella (plant-based)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream the softened plant-based butter with 1/2 cup powdered sugar (natural) until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract (natural) and salt, then gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until you form a smooth, pliable dough that does not stick to your hands.
- Form the Cookie Shells: Take small portions of dough and flatten them slightly in your palm. Place a small dollop of Nutella (plant-based), mixed with the natural gelling agent if using, into the center. Carefully fold the dough around the filling, seal the edges by pinching firmly, then roll gently to form a smooth ball.
- Bake to Perfection: Arrange the filled dough balls evenly spaced on a lined baking tray. Bake in a moderate oven at 175°C (350°F) for about 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden while the tops remain pale to keep the soft texture.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar (natural): After the cookies have cooled completely, generously dust them with powdered sugar (natural) to create the signature snowball appearance and add sweetness.
Notes
- Chill the dough before shaping to improve handling and prevent Nutella from leaking.
- Seal the cookie edges well to avoid filling leakage during baking.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a consistent and smooth dough.
- Do not overbake; remove cookies as soon as the bottoms turn lightly golden to retain softness.
- Dust with powdered sugar only when cookies are fully cooled for better adhesion and finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Nutella cookies, plant-based dessert, snowball cookies, vegan cookies, soft cookies, stuffed cookies
