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Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Cookies

Published: Aug 4, 2021 by Sandi Gaertner · Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links

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These delicious homemade gluten free chocolate chip hazelnut cookies are slightly crisp on the edges and chewy in the middle. They practically melt in your mouth. If you have been looking to take your chocolate chip cookies to the next level, I highly recommend using hazelnuts! I also include a dairy-free option.

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You are going to love this new hazelnut and chocolate chip cookies recipe. Even my picky one who hates nuts loves this recipe! If you have been looking for that extra special cookie to make, this is it!

The gooey melted chocolate chips and hazelnut flavors go perfectly together...just like Nutella! Serve them with a coffee or espresso...or just grab one and enjoy!

Bonus: If you are looking for more protein, you can safely put 2 scoops of unflavored collagen protein into these cookies and it will not affect the flavor or texture! It is a great stealthy way to get more protein into kids!

Why I love these cookies:

These cookies are extra special because they are like eating a crunchy Nutella cookie, without using Nutella. I used hazelnuts that were chopped into tiny bits, which gave these cookies a bit of a crunch.

They are easy to make and bake in about 20 minutes! If you are a cookie-holic like me, you will want to check out all of my easy gluten free cookie recipes.

Ingredient notes:

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  • Gluten free flour blend - I tested this recipe using Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend and King Arthur's Measure for Measure Gluten Free Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
  • Xanthan gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  • Butter - To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the butter for vegan butter.
  • Hazelnuts - I bought pre-chopped hazelnuts in the baking section of the grocery store.
  • Chocolate chips - Feel free to use dark, bittersweet, or milk chocolate chips. If you prefer an allergy free chip, Enjoy Life brand is free of the top 8 allergens.

Recipe step by step directions:

Are you ready to make these delicious homemade cookies? Grab your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350º F.

hazelnut chocolate chip cookies steps 1 and 3

Step 1: Add your dry ingredients to a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. You can add the hazelnuts for this step or add them with the chocolate chips. If you are using a standing mixer, add the wet ingredients to the mixer and gradually add the dry ingredients.

Step 2: In a smaller bowl, add the wet ingredients and whisk to blend.

Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Add the chocolate chips and hazelnuts if you haven't and mix. Mix into a thick cookie batter.

CAUTION: Do not eat raw cookie dough if you make this with eggs. If you like to eat cookie dough, you can make my egg-free gluten free edible cookie dough.

cookie dough balls on a cookie sheet ready to bake

Step 4: Use a cookie scoop to drop cookie dough balls onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.

HINT: Gently press down on each cookie dough ball so they spread easier!

If you prefer to make slice and bake cookies, place the dough on plastic wrap. Use clean hands to gently roll the dough into a roll. Wrap it and place it in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes to chill.

baked cookies on the baking sheet

Step 5: Bake the cookies at 350º F for 10 minutes. For a crispier cookie, bake 12-13 minutes. Remove to a cooling rack.

Variations:

  • Use different kinds of nuts like chopped peanuts or pecans
  • Try peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips
  • My kids love using M&Ms instead of chocolate chips like in my Gluten Free M&M Cookies

Storage:

Store the cookies in an air-tight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze them in a freezer-safe container or zip-style bag for up to 4 months.

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Tips and Recipe FAQ:

Can you make these cookies dairy-free?

You can easily make these cookies dairy-free by using vegan butter.

Is butter or shortening better to make these chocolate chip hazelnut cookies?

You can use either though I prefer the creaminess from using butter.

What makes cookies chewy?

When you have a high moisture content, it makes your cookies soft and slightly chewy. If you have less moisture, it makes the cookies more crunchy and hard.

How long will these cookies keep fresh?

These cookies will keep fresh up to 4 days. Store them in an air-tight container.

Can you freeze these cookies?

You can easily freeze these cookies in a ziplock freezer bag. Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before freezing them.

a stack of four chocolate chip hazelnut cookies

More delicious gluten free cookies to try:

  • Gluten Free Rum Raisin Cookies
  • The Best Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Gluten Free Brookies Cookies
  • Homemade Gluten Free Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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baked chocolate chip hazelnut cookies on a cookie sheet

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Cookies

Sandi Gaertner
Slightly crisp and chewy homemade gluten free chocolate chip hazelnut cookies. They are easy to make in just 20 minutes.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 8 mins
Course Gluten Free Cookies and Bar Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 172 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten free flour blend * see note
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 10 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 eggs large
  • 8 ounces chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup hazelnuts chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350º F.
  • Add your dry ingredients to a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. You can add the hazelnuts for this step or add them with the chocolate chips. If you are using a standing mixer, add the wet ingredients to the mixer and gradually add the dry ingredients.
  • In a smaller bowl, add the wet ingredients and whisk to blend.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Add the chocolate chips and hazelnuts if you haven't and mix. Mix into a thick cookie batter.
  • Use a cookie scoop to drop cookie dough balls onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.
  • HINT: Gently press down on each cookie dough ball so they spread easier!
  • If you prefer to make these slice and bake cookies, place the dough on plastic wrap. Use clean hands to gently roll the dough into a roll. Wrap it and place in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes to chill.
  • Bake the cookies at 350º F for 10 minutes. For a crispier cookie, bake 12-13 minutes. Remove to a cooling rack.

Notes

  1. I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF and Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
  2. Xanthan gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  3. To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the butter for vegan butter.
  4. These cookies will keep up to 3 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.
CAUTION: Do not eat raw cookie dough if it is made with eggs. If you like to eat cookie dough, you can make my egg-free gluten free edible cookie dough.
Fun ways to vary this recipe:
  • Use different kinds of nuts like chopped peanuts or pecans
  • Try peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips
  • My kids love using M&Ms instead of chocolate chips like in my Gluten Free M&M Cookies

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn't test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 27mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 187IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg
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