Gooey Nutella-Stuffed Cookie Pie

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Gooey Nutella-Stuffed Cookie Pie

Golden-brown edges. Buttery cookie dough. Chocolate chips galore. And right in the middle? A molten, oozing heart of Nutella.
This isn’t just a dessert—it’s a chocolate-fueled love story.

Introduction

What if a chocolate chip cookie and a lava cake fell in love and made the perfect dessert baby? You’d get this: the Gooey Nutella-Stuffed Cookie Pie. Imagine cutting into a golden, chewy cookie crust only to unleash a river of warm, nutty Nutella from the center.

Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this cookie pie will bring silence to a dinner table—followed by moans of joy and requests for seconds (and thirds).

History & Formation

Cookies, as we know them today, date back to 7th-century Persia, but the beloved chocolate chip cookie came about much later in 1938, thanks to Ruth Wakefield at the Toll House Inn. Since then, cookies have morphed into all shapes and forms—from bars to skillets to this hybrid cookie pie.

Nutella, on the other hand, was born in post-WWII Italy when cocoa was scarce. Pietro Ferrero blended hazelnuts, sugar, and a touch of cocoa to stretch the supply—and created a world-famous spread.

Fusion Point? Wrap that heritage inside buttery cookie dough, and boom: a 21st-century icon is born.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks

Nutella Center

  • ¾ to 1 cup Nutella (slightly chilled, for easier layering)

Toppings (Optional)

  • Sea salt flakes
  • Extra chocolate chips
  • Vanilla ice cream (highly recommended)

Method & Instructions

1. Brown the Butter

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir constantly as it foams, then turns golden and smells nutty.
  2. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly (about 10–15 min).

2. Make the Cookie Dough

  1. In a large bowl, whisk browned butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined and smooth.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips.

3. Build the Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan, or line with parchment.
  3. Divide dough in half. Press one half into the bottom of the pan and slightly up the sides.
  4. Spoon Nutella over the bottom dough layer, spreading evenly but leaving a small border.
  5. Top with the remaining dough. Press gently to seal the edges and cover the Nutella completely.

4. Bake

  1. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown but center still feels soft.
  2. Let it cool for 15 minutes (if you can wait)—this helps it set while staying gooey inside.

5. Serve

  • Cut into wedges while still warm.
  • Top with ice cream and a sprinkle of sea salt.
  • Serve with spoons. Or not. No judgment.

Lovers of This Cookie Pie Say…

Leo, a skeptical pastry chef: “This broke my belief system. It’s both gooey and structured. A paradox of pleasure.”
Ananya, on her third slice: “I made this for my boyfriend. He proposed the next day. Coincidence? I don’t think so.”
Marco, 12, cookie fanatic: “It’s like a cookie… with treasure inside.”

Tips from Cookie-Lovers

  • Slightly chill Nutella for firmer layering.
  • Want extra gooeyness? Add a second inner layer of chopped hazelnuts and Nutella.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for a more sophisticated flavor contrast.
  • Don’t overbake—it will keep cooking in the pan after removal.

Conclusion: The Dessert That Loves You Back

A cookie, a pie, and a chocolate fantasy all in one—this dessert doesn’t hold back. It’s meant to be shared, savored, and remembered. Whether you make it for date night, a party, or a solo self-care moment, this Gooey Nutella-Stuffed Cookie Pie never disappoints.

So grab a spoon. Or a fork. Or your fingers. No matter how you approach it, love is guaranteed in every bite.

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