Nutella Brownies are rich, fudgy, and irresistibly chocolatey with a deep hazelnut flavor in every bite. Made with a generous amount of Nutella and finished with a beautiful swirled top, these brownies strike the perfect balance between chewy edges and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center. They’re simple to make, incredibly indulgent, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

You’ll love this Nutella brownie recipe because it delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort. Nutella replaces most of the cocoa and chocolate, giving the brownies a naturally smooth texture and rich flavor. Brown sugar keeps them moist and chewy, while the Nutella swirl adds visual appeal and extra decadence. Optional chocolate chips and sea salt take these brownies to the next level, making them perfect for chocolate lovers, bake sales, or anytime you want an indulgent dessert without complicated steps.

Nutella Brownies

Nutella brownies are the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves rich chocolate flavor with a nutty twist.

Unlike traditional brownies, these rely on Nutella as the star ingredient, giving them a smooth and luxurious texture.

The combination of butter and brown sugar creates a soft, chewy base that stays moist for days.

Nutella blends seamlessly into the batter, eliminating the need for melted chocolate or cocoa powder.

Eggs provide structure while keeping the brownies dense and fudgy instead of cakey.

A splash of vanilla enhances the chocolate-hazelnut flavor without overpowering it.

The batter comes together quickly, making this recipe ideal for both beginner and experienced bakers.

Swirling extra Nutella on top not only looks beautiful but adds pockets of intense flavor.

A light sprinkle of sea salt balances the sweetness and highlights the chocolate notes.

These brownies bake evenly in either an 8-inch or 9-inch pan, depending on how thick you like them.

Cooling completely is essential for clean slices and the best texture.

The result is a rich, glossy brownie with a crackly top and fudgy center.

They’re indulgent enough for special occasions but easy enough for everyday baking.

Perfect served on their own or paired with ice cream.

Once you make them, they’ll quickly become a go-to brownie recipe.

Servings & Time

Servings: 12 to 16 brownies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 32–36 minutes
Total Time: About 50 minutes

Ingredients

1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups Nutella, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Optional: 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter on high speed until smooth and creamy.
Add the brown sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 1–2 minutes.
With the mixer on low, add eggs and vanilla, then increase speed and mix until combined.
Beat in 1 cup of Nutella and salt until smooth and fluffy.
Add flour and mix on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
Drop teaspoonfuls of remaining Nutella over the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
Sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
Bake for 32–36 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool completely in the pan, then lift out and cut into squares.

Tips

Do Not Overbake: Slightly underbaked brownies stay fudgier.
Room Temperature Eggs: Helps create a smoother batter.
Nutella Swirl: Don’t over-swirl or it will blend into the batter.
Storage: Store airtight at room temperature or refrigerate up to 4 days.
Serving Idea: Warm slightly and serve with vanilla ice cream.

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