Folded Hazelnut Cookies are delicate, buttery treats filled with a sweet hazelnut spread and baked until golden and crisp. The dough folds over the filling like a little pastry pocket, giving each bite a nutty, melt-in-your-mouth flavor. Perfect for coffee breaks or festive cookie trays.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup finely ground hazelnuts
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ cup hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 20 minutes
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Chill time: 30 minutes
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Bake time: 12–15 minutes
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Total time: About 1 hour
Serving
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Makes 24 cookies
Instructions
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Make the dough:
In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla; mix until smooth. In another bowl, combine flour, ground hazelnuts, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture until a soft dough forms. -
Chill the dough:
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This helps it firm up and makes rolling easier. -
Shape the cookies:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about ⅛ inch thick. Cut into 3-inch circles using a cookie cutter or glass. Place a small dollop (½ teaspoon) of hazelnut spread in the center of each circle. -
Fold and seal:
Fold each circle in half to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges lightly with your fingers or a fork to seal. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. -
Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. -
Finish:
Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a soft, snowy finish.
Tips
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Don’t overfill the cookies — a little hazelnut spread goes a long way.
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Toast the hazelnuts before grinding for a deeper flavor.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition (per cookie)
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Calories: 130
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Fat: 7g
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Carbohydrates: 15g
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Protein: 2g
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Sugar: 7g
These Folded Hazelnut Cookies are buttery, nutty, and irresistible — the perfect mix of crisp edges and soft, chocolatey centers. Great for holidays or as a cozy afternoon treat.
