Description
Indulge in these decadent Ferrero Rocher Brownies, a rich and fudgy treat layered with Nutella and embedded with whole Ferrero Rocher candies. With a perfect balance of chocolatey brownie and creamy hazelnut, these brownies are sure to delight anyone with a sweet tooth. They feature a soft, gooey center surrounded by a slightly firm edge, baked to perfection in a single 8×8 inch pan.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups granulated sugar (300g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- ⅔ cup dutch-processed cocoa powder (56g)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (60g)
- ¾ teaspoons kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup canola oil (120ml)
- 2 tablespoons water (30ml)
Chocolate & Layers
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate (2oz), chopped
- ½ cup Nutella (143g)
- 16 Ferrero Rocher candies
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with cooking spray and line it with two pieces of parchment paper, allowing you to easily lift out the brownies after baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, dutch-processed cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and kosher salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whisk the eggs, canola oil, and water on medium-high speed for about 2 minutes until they are smooth and well blended.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Chocolate: Add the dry ingredients and the chopped semi-sweet chocolate to the wet mixture and gently fold in by hand until just combined, being careful not to overmix to preserve the brownies’ tender texture.
- Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
- Add Nutella Layer: Melt the Nutella in the microwave for approximately 20 seconds until it softens. Spread this layer evenly over the first brownie batter layer.
- Place Ferrero Rocher Candies: Unwrap all 16 Ferrero Rocher candies and arrange them evenly in a 4×4 grid on top of the Nutella layer, gently pressing them into the batter.
- Add Remaining Batter: Spoon the remaining brownie batter over the candies. Use a spatula to carefully spread it, filling in the spaces between the chocolates. This layer will be thin, so patience is necessary to cover the entire surface without displacing the candies.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still looks slightly soft and fudgy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting out using the parchment paper and slicing into 16 squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter once dry ingredients are added to avoid tough brownies.
- Nutella should be softened slightly to spread evenly without melting.
- Use parchment paper to easily remove brownies from the pan.
- Cooling completely before slicing helps retain brownie shape and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American