Is there anything that beckons to us more than the allure of a freshly baked cookie? I think not.
This recipe may just be King among cookies.
With its soft center and the delightful crunch of hazelnuts, the urge to devour them is hard to resist.
Emojoie, a passionate baker and YouTuber, embarked on a journey to create the perfect hazelnut chocolate chip cookie, and the results were nothing short of mouthwatering.
The process began with the essential step of ensuring the butter was soft and pliable.
This is a crucial aspect of baking, as the texture of the butter can significantly influence the outcome.
To this softened butter, Emojoie added sugar and a pinch of salt, creating a base that promised a cookie with the right balance of sweetness and flavor.
Next, the addition of beaten eggs brought moisture and structure to the mix.
But it wasn’t just about the ingredients; it was the method.
Emojoie’s meticulous mixing ensured that the egg was perfectly incorporated into the butter, setting the stage for a cookie with a delightful texture.
A dash of vanilla was then introduced, infusing the dough with its aromatic essence.
Flour and baking powder made their appearance, providing the necessary structure and rise to the cookies.
But what truly skyrockets these cookies to out-of-this-world good was the choice of chocolate.
Emojoie opted for a 56% cocoa chocolate, a dark chocolate that promised richness without being overly bitter.
The defining ingredient of them all, however, was the hazelnuts.
While Emojoie mentioned that bakers could choose their preferred nut, the hazelnuts added a unique crunch and flavor profile that complemented the dark chocolate beautifully.
It’s this combination that makes every bite a delightful dance of textures and flavors.
Dividing the dough into four parts, Emojoie showcased a baker’s precision.
Each portion was adorned with chunks of the chosen chocolate, ensuring that every cookie had its fair share of melty goodness.
The sight of the dough, studded with chocolate and hazelnuts, was a visual treat, hinting at the deliciousness that was about to emerge from the oven.
Fresh out of the oven, the cookies were a sight to behold.
Golden brown with molten chocolate peeking through, they were a testament to Emojoie’s baking prowess.
However, a word of caution was shared: these cookies, in their fresh-baked state, were soft and delicate.
It was essential to let them cool and harden slightly before moving them, ensuring they retained their perfect shape.
Breaking into one of these cookies revealed its soft heart.
The inside was tender and moist, contrasting beautifully with the slightly crispy exterior.
Every bite was an orchestra of textures and flavor, from the rich, soft, melted chocolate to the crunchy, nutty hazelnuts- all harmoniously blended together.
Emojoie’s hazelnut chocolate chip cookies are far beyond simple “treat” status. They’re an experience.
Each step, each ingredient, and each bite is imbued with the love and passion that goes into baking.
See how easy these deliciously oversized cookies are in the full tutorial below!
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