Nik Sharma’S Spicy Chocolate Chip-Hazelnut Cookies

Name: Nik Sharma’S Spicy Chocolate Chip-Hazelnut Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (165g) hazelnut meal or flour (see note below); 1 cup (200g) packed jaggery or muscovado sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (see note below); 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon hazelnut extract or vanilla extract; 1/2 cup (75g) chopped bittersweet chocolate (70%); 1/3 cup (55g) chopped crystallized ginger

Servings: persons

2 cups (165g) hazelnut meal or flour (see note below)
1 cup (200g) packed jaggery or muscovado sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (see note below)
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon hazelnut extract or vanilla extract
1/2 cup (75g) chopped bittersweet chocolate (70%)
1/3 cup (55g) chopped crystallized ginger

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the hazelnut meal, jaggery, baking powder, baking soda, black pepper, and salt. Add the egg, melted butter, hazelnut extract, chocolate, and ginger and stir with a large wooden spoon until the dough comes together. Grease your hands with a little oil to prevent the dough from sticking. Divide the dough into twelve equal parts and shape them into balls. Flatten them into 2 inch (5cm) rounds. Place the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Wrap the entire baking sheet tightly in plastic wrap and place in the freezer for at least 10 minutes, and preferably 2 hours.
2
To bake the cookies, preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Line a second baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the baking sheet from the freezer and put half the rounds of dough on the second sheet. Spread out the rounds on both baking sheets and refrigerate one of them. Bake one batch of cookies at a time until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
3
Notes: Hazelnut flour varies in coarseness-if your flour is on the finer side, you will end up with taller, pudgier cookies, but they will still be delicious. If you can't find hazelnut flour, almond flour is a good substitute, or you can grind your own in the food processor. If you'd like a spicier cookie, double the black pepper (or for a milder cookie, decrease the pepper).

683

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups (165g) hazelnut meal or flour (see note below), 1 cup (200g) packed jaggery or muscovado sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Nik Sharma’S Spicy Chocolate Chip-Hazelnut Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!