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Nutella Brownies are full of Nutella, cocoa, and milk chocolate for a super fudgy treat! Replace the box mix with this easy brownie recipe!
We made brownies using Nutella and they might be the best creation yet.
All The Feelings For These Nutella Brwnies.
If a brownie isn’t thick, fudgy, and ridiculously rich and full of chocolate – I don’t want it. No thank you. Keep your dry, sad, crumbly brownies to yourself.
We like ’em thick and fudgy. We demand they be loaded with chocolate. They must not be overbaked.
These Nutella Brownies are a riff on our fan favorite homemade brownies. We just gave them an extra fudgy boost of chocolate by stirring in plenty of Nutella.
???????? Nutella Brownie Ingredient Notes:
Brownie Batter – This homemade brownie batter is prepared from cocoa powder, flour, eggs, butter, sugar, salt, baking powder and vanilla extract. Some readers have mentioned reducing the sugar. I haven’t tried it myself as I don’t find them too sweet tasting. If reducing sugar you could probably drop down to 1 3/4 of a cup, but the texture may not come out the same.
Nutella – It’s everybody’s favorite chocolate hazelnut spread! Although the predominant flavor here is meant to be chocolate, not Nutella/hazelnut. It mostly adds chocolate fudginess to the brownies.
Espresso Powder – This is an optional ingredient but I promise it won’t make your brownies taste like coffee! Instead it’ll add another layer of rich, deep chocolate fudginess to the brownies.
Chocolate Chips – Also an optional ingredient! But I think they add a lot of texture to the brownies. If you like nuts in your brownies, you will probably enjoy the chocolate chips. If not, skip them! Milk chocolate, semisweet, or even dark chocolate chips are all okay to use.
What We Love About This NUTELLA BROWNIE Recipe:
- Fudgy: These are just about the richest, fudgiest chocolate brownies you can make! If you love extra thick and extra chocolatey brownies than you’re going to love this recipe!
- Nutella: It doesn’t really add much of the hazelnut flavor but it definitely enhances the chocolate and fudginess in these homemade brownies. It takes the chocolate to a whole new level!
- Made from Scratch: I’m not above a box mix, but I love baking brownies from scratch. Everyone is always so impressed.
What Readers are Saying!
“This recipe is so delicious! They were a huge hit with my family. The brownies came out fudge-y and in short, just perfect.” – Vanessa
How to Make Nutella Brownies:
Melt the butter over low heat in a sauce pan. Stir in the sugar and Nutella. It’ll be a bit grainy at first which is okay.
Add the cocoa, eggs, baking powder, vanilla and espresso powder to the mixture. Stir well then add flour and chocolate chips. Stir until just combined.
Spread into a 9×13 pan and bake for about 30 minutes.
Helpful Tips!
Baking: Test your brownies with a toothpick or butter knife inserted about an inch or two from the edge of the pan, not in the center of the pan. By the time the center of the brownies are fully set, they are overcooked. They’ll finish firming up as they cool.
Clean Cuts:When cutting brownies, use a plastic knife! The brownie won’t stick to the sides of it like it will with metal silverware and you’ll get nice smooth edges!
Freezing & Storage Instructions:
These homemade Nutella brownies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for about 4 days. They’ll last a few days longer in the fridge.
You can also freeze these brownies! They’re great for making ahead of time to enjoy later and they’ll last for up to a few months in the freezer. Let them cool completely before wrapping individual brownies in plastic wrap, and then aluminum foil.
Recipe FAQs:
Yep! And you should because Nutella makes just about everything better. Try my Nutella cookie bars, this Nutella banana bread, or Nutella doughnuts!
It comes down to a few things but mainly it is determined by the amount of flour and the amount of chocolate and fat that are used. More flour means a more cakey brownie. This is definitely a very fudgy brownie recipe!
Sure, brownies are great for mixing other stuff like nuts or candy into. You could omit the chocolate chips to save more room for other mix ins or just stuff it all in there!
Chocolate and coffee are both naturally bitter and share similar flavor profiles. The espresso powder works to enhance the richness and depth of the chocolate flavor. It won’t make the brownies taste like coffee!
More brownie Recipe Love!
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- Star-Spangled Brownies
- Halloween Brownies
- Buckeye Brownies
Nutella Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 10 ounces chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9×13 baking dish.
- In small saucepan over low heat, melt butter completely. Stir in sugar and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Do not allow sugar mixture to boil.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Nutella until well combined.
- Pour butter mixture into a large bowl or stand mixer, beat in cocoa powder, eggs, salt, baking powder, espresso powder, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in the flour and chocolate chips until just combined.
- Spread into prepared pan (batter will be very thick and sticky) and bake for about 30-35 minutes, until a tester comes out mostly clean. The edges should be set and the center should still look slightly moist, but not uncooked.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Store tightly covered for 3-5 days.
Kristen says
Is espresso powder just found in the coffee section of the grocery store? We use K-cups, and my husband is the only one who drinks coffee so I wasn’t exactly sure what I should be looking for.
Thanks! 🙂
Karly says
Yes, in a well stocked store you should be able to find it in the coffee section. If not, you can order online or just use instant coffee. I’ve subbed instant coffee granules when out and it works well.
Jen says
Thanks, Karly, for the great recipe. I made a slight change to these, and they turned out perfect. Between the Nutella and the sugar, I was worried about the brownies being too sweet for my palate, and used semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate, and only used about 7 ounces instead of 10. The top came out with a tissue paper-thin layer of flaky goodness, with the rest of the brownie moist, dense, fudgey chocolate heaven. The Nutella flavor is quite subtle (which I liked and went over extremely well with my guests). I did not use the espresso powder. This is now my go-to brownie recipe!
Karly says
That top flaky layer is pretty divine, right? 🙂 Glad these worked out for you!
Lauren S. says
I just made these and they are delish. I cut the sugar to 2c (could have cut it slightly more bc they are pretty sweet, but they were still great). I also poured half the batter into the pan, spread a thin layer of Nutella then poured the rest of the batter over that. That gave them the extra little Nutella kick that they may have been missing if you are a big Nutella fan like I am. Great recipe!
Karly says
Oh, I bet that middle Nutella layer was delicious!
Louise says
This is the best brownie recipe I have ever come across. The brownies come out chewy, fudgy and gooey-just the way a brownie should be! I have tried many other brownie receipes and never had any success. I have used this recipe three times now and they taste better than the really expensive brownies you can buy in a store in town. I use soft brown sugar as love the richness and they come out gorgeous. I live in the UK and find the recipe easy and clear to understand. It is my go to brownie recipe now. Thank you so much Karla!
Karly says
So glad you enjoy these! They’re a favorite of mine too! 🙂
Eman A says
Can I use Hersheys Unsweetened Cocoa powder or would i not work correctly?
Karly says
Yes, any unsweetened cocoa powder should work fine here.
kiruci says
I’m a vegetarian.Plz help me . What can I use instead of eggs in this brownie
Ebony says
I just want to thank you so much for this recipe !!! Yesterday was my first time every making brownies from an actual recipe and not from a box. I made these for my coworkers and when I tell you these were a hit a my job. They liked them so much I had to get up an hour early to make another batch before I headed to work this morning !!! So thank you so much !! Even though I tore up my kitchen the first time since I’m a beginner, I really enjoyed making these!!! You are awesome !!! ??
Karly says
Oh, that’s wonderful news! So glad everyone enjoyed the brownies! 🙂
Julie says
Omg!!!!! If you like gooey brownies, these are for you!!!!! So delicious!!! The other reviewer that did not like these must have missed a step…… But such an easy recipe not sure how that is possible!!! I personally think they were great for a late night snack with wine!!!!
Stephanie says
This was the first time I’ve ever made homemade brownies (I’m lazy and I love boxed ones.) I decided to make them for my dad’s birthday and they turned out great! Everyone who tried one said they were delicious!
Karly says
Glad to hear that!
Sarah says
Hi can i use organic raw cacao as the cocoa powder or is that completely different?
Karly says
I haven’t tried this myself, but I’m sure Google will have a good answer for you. 🙂
Mi says
I put it in a smaller baking dish (not all of the batter) it seems to have risen quite a lot in the oven. When I took it out after baking the top was a burnt but the rest is all good I think.
Toni says
How do adjust for higher attitude. .
Karly says
I don’t have experience with baking in higher altitudes. I’d suggest following the same method you do for any other brownie recipe.
Alesha says
These look soon yummy. I have been wondering about a Nutella Brownie for a while. I have a kiddo and husband who love Nutella. Pinned this to try!
Karly says
Hope you give them a try!
Eva says
Are you supposed to melt the chocolate chips or leave them solid?
Karly says
I leave them solid.
Nikita Navalkar says
Hi! Do you think I could get away with using instant coffee powder instead of espresso powder and beat the brownie mixture by hand instead of using an electric mixer?
Karly says
Yes! I’ve done the isntant coffee in a pinch. 🙂 I haven’t tried mixing by hand, but I’m sure it would work.
Nikita says
Thank you! 🙂