Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies are rich, fudgy, and irresistibly nutty, combining smooth chocolate with toasted hazelnuts for a perfect balance of texture and flavor. Each bite melts on your tongue while the crunchy hazelnuts add a warm, earthy contrast. These brownies are a cozy treat for any chocolate lover and ideal for holidays or everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup chopped toasted hazelnuts (plus more for topping)
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 30 minutes
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Total time: 45 minutes
Serving
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Makes 12 brownies
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it. -
Melt the Chocolate and Butter:
In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and chocolate together over simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second intervals. Stir until smooth and glossy. -
Mix Wet Ingredients:
Whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until fully blended. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and the chocolate-hazelnut spread until smooth. -
Add Dry Ingredients:
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the mixture until combined—do not overmix. -
Add the Hazelnuts:
Fold in the chopped hazelnuts, reserving a few to sprinkle on top for crunch. -
Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). -
Cool and Slice:
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and cutting into squares.
Tips
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For extra richness, drizzle melted chocolate or warm hazelnut spread over the top once cooled.
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Lightly toast hazelnuts before chopping to enhance their flavor.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition (per brownie)
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Calories: 270
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Protein: 4g
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Fat: 16g
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Carbohydrates: 30g
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Sugar: 21g
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Fiber: 2g
These Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies are everything a brownie should be — dense, chewy, and full of deep chocolate flavor with a nutty crunch that makes them unforgettable. Perfect with a cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
