Reasons to Try This
- This simple brownie recipe requires just Nutella, eggs, and flour.
- Anticipate moist centers with the iconic shiny, crinkled top—achieving the quintessential brownie look with minimal effort.
- Enhance them with a caramel swirl, a sprinkle of chocolate chips, or some chopped hazelnuts.
During my bachelor days, I used to bake a batch of almond butter brownies every week—a healthier, flourless, sweet option I included in my work lunches daily. They remain a favorite, but when I craved simplicity, I experimented with other nut butters.
Over the years, I’ve had my share of hits and misses, but one recipe that has consistently delivered is my 3-ingredient Nutella brownies. They offer an easy, decadent chocolate treat that checks all the boxes for brownie enthusiasts.
It’s not just their simplicity that sets them apart—though that’s definitely a major advantage. I adore how they turn a jar of everyone’s beloved chocolate hazelnut spread into lush, crackly-topped squares that curb any sweet craving. The best part? They’re whipped up in no time using just three common pantry items: Nutella, eggs, and flour.
Tips for Perfect 3-Ingredient Brownies
- Weigh your ingredients. I cannot stress this enough. If you don’t own a scale yet, consider this a sign to get one. It’s far more precise and simplifies your baking process—not just for this recipe but for all your baking endeavors.
- Room temperature Nutella. Ensure your Nutella is at room temperature to make mixing easier.
- Avoid overmixing. Once you add the flour, mix just until it’s incorporated to prevent developing too much gluten, which could result in tough brownies.
- Monitor baking closely. These brownies should be soft and fudgy, so a toothpick test should come out with a few moist crumbs attached, not completely clean. Begin checking at about 17 to 18 minutes to maintain that perfect moist texture.
Variations for Easy Brownies
This recipe naturally highlights the chocolate hazelnut flavor more than a traditional chocolate brownie. For a richer chocolate taste, replace 3 to 4 tablespoons of flour with cocoa powder (it’s easier to do this by weight).
I enjoy tossing in a handful of dark chocolate chips or some toasted, chopped hazelnuts for added texture. For a decorative and flavorful twist, swirl in some hazelnut butter, caramel, or sweetened cream cheese right into the batter before baking.
Nutella Brownies
8 mins
20 mins
28 mins
9 to 12
1 (9×9) pan
Measuring and spooning out the Nutella is the most challenging part of this recipe. Using a scale, you can mix everything in one bowl, drastically reducing cleanup. This recipe includes both weight and volume measurements—pick your preferred method!
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 1/2 cups (420g) Nutella (or similar hazelnut chocolate spread)
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup (83g) all-purpose flour
- Flaky sea salt (optional but recommended)
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and coat the paper with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, blend the Nutella and eggs using a hand mixer on medium or a strong whisking arm until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add the flour and mix just until combined and no streaks are visible.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it to the edges.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, roughly 20 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt, then allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Serve: Cut into squares. Store any leftovers by layering them between parchment paper in an airtight container. They will keep for 4 to 5 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.
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