Make Ganache
Heat heavy cream until just steaming. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
Drizzle & Serve
Drizzle ganache over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Serving Information
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Makes: 18–20 cookies
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Bake Time: 12 minutes
Variations
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Ferrero-Style: Add chopped chocolate hazelnut candy inside
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Salted Caramel: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on ganache
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Extra Fudgy: Replace 2 Tbsp flour with cocoa powder
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Warm slightly for melty centers.
FAQs
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes! Freeze stuffed dough balls up to 2 months and bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes.
What if I don’t have hazelnuts?
Walnuts or pecans work beautifully too.
Conclusion
Hazelnut Caramel Chocolate Cookies are rich, soft, crunchy, and gooey all at once—the kind of cookie that steals the show every single time 🍫🌰✨