15 Must Try Nutella Treats for Sweet Cravings

If you can’t get enough of Nutella, this roundup is full of indulgent and easy-to-make desserts that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. From creamy cheesecakes and fudgy bars to cookies, muffins, and unique pastries, these recipes bring out the rich, chocolate-hazelnut flavor in every bite. Perfect for sharing at parties, gifting, or treating yourself, these Nutella desserts make baking simple, fun, and irresistibly delicious.

Baci di Dama (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies)

A plate of sandwich cookies with chocolate filling is arranged with scattered hazelnuts on a white surface. — Baci di Dama (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies). Photo credit: Blend With Spices.

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These small Italian cookies are made with hazelnuts and sandwiched with chocolate. The texture is delicate and slightly crumbly. Each bite combines nutty and sweet flavors in perfect balance. Ideal for coffee breaks or dessert plates.
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Nutella Chocolate Bundt Cake

A slice of chocolate bundt cake with a glossy glaze sits on a white square plate, with more cake and stacked plates in the background. — Nutella Chocolate Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A moist chocolate cake is baked in a bundt pan with Nutella incorporated throughout. The chocolate-hazelnut flavor is rich and decadent. It slices beautifully for sharing. A visually impressive and delicious dessert.
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Nutella Dessert Pizza

A dessert pizza topped with chocolate spread, sliced strawberries, colorful candy-coated chocolates, and powdered sugar, with one slice being removed. — Nutella Dessert Pizza. Photo credit: Mama’s On A Budget.

Pizza dough is topped with Nutella and optional fruits or nuts, then baked. The crust is golden and slightly crisp. Each slice has a gooey chocolate-hazelnut center. A fun, shareable dessert for gatherings or family nights.
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3 Ingredient Nutella Cookies

Six chocolate thumbprint cookies with a swirl of chocolate filling are arranged on a white surface next to a wooden edge. — 3 Ingredient Nutella Cookies. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

With just Nutella, an egg, and flour, these cookies are easy and quick. They bake into soft, chewy rounds with rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor. Minimal prep makes them ideal for last-minute cravings. Each bite is indulgent and satisfying.
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Instant Pot Oreo Nutella Cheesecake

Chocolate cheesecake topped with whipped cream and cookies, with a slice being removed on a server. — Instant Pot Oreo Nutella Cheesecake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This cheesecake combines Oreo crumbs, Nutella, and cream cheese for a creamy dessert. Cooking in the Instant Pot creates a smooth texture in less time than traditional baking. The crust is chocolatey, and the filling is rich. Perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Chocolate Hazelnut Semifreddo

A rectangular chocolate ice cream cake topped with chopped nuts and drizzled with chocolate, displayed on a metal baking tray. — Chocolate Hazelnut Semifreddo. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

This no-bake Italian dessert is creamy and frozen, like a mousse-ice cream hybrid. Nutella adds chocolate-hazelnut flavor throughout. It is light yet indulgent. Each slice is elegant and smooth.
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Raspberry Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies

A stack of thumbprint cookies coated in chopped nuts and filled with red jam, arranged on parchment paper with more cookies in the background. — Raspberry Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

Soft cookies are filled with raspberry jam and topped with chopped hazelnuts. Nutty crunch complements the fruity sweetness. Each cookie is small but full of flavor. Perfect for gifting or afternoon treats.
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Italian Lemon Hazelnut Biscotti – Vegetarian Recipes for Mindful Cooking

A cup of coffee next to a gray plate with three pieces of hazelnut biscotti and two lemon slices, with scattered hazelnuts on a light surface. — Italian Lemon Hazelnut Biscotti – Vegetarian Recipes for Mindful Cooking. Photo credit: Buttered Veg.

Crisp biscotti are flavored with lemon zest and hazelnuts. They are baked twice for a crunchy texture. Nutty notes balance the bright citrus flavor. A classic Italian treat for coffee or tea.
Get the Recipe: Italian Lemon Hazelnut Biscotti – Vegetarian Recipes for Mindful Cooking

Nutella Cheesecake Swirl Bars

Close-up of two stacked cheesecake brownies with visible layers of cheesecake and chocolate swirls. — Nutella Cheesecake Swirl Bars. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

These bars have a creamy cheesecake layer swirled with Nutella over a cookie or brownie base. The swirls create a marbled chocolate-hazelnut effect. Each bite is rich and smooth. Easy to cut into portions for sharing.
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Nutella Cheesecake Bars

A slice of chocolate cake with a glossy chocolate topping and chopped nuts, served on a white plate. — Nutella Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

A straightforward version of cheesecake bars with Nutella integrated into the filling. They are baked until set, then chilled. The texture is creamy and decadent. Each bar is a rich chocolate-hazelnut treat.
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Nutella Fudge

A wooden tray with pieces of chocolate fudge containing nuts, stacked and scattered, with whole hazelnuts around them. — Nutella Fudge. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This fudge combines Nutella and other simple ingredients for a quick, rich treat. It sets firm but stays creamy in the mouth. Slices or cubes make portioning easy. Perfect for gifting or snacking.
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Banana Nutella Muffins

Bananas and Nutella combine for moist, flavorful muffins. The Nutella creates pockets of chocolate-hazelnut richness. Each muffin is tender and slightly sweet. Great for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes.
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Nutella Puff Pastry

Puff pastry sheets are filled with Nutella and baked until golden and flaky. The chocolate-hazelnut center is soft and gooey. Each piece has a crisp, buttery exterior. A simple pastry that feels fancy.
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Homemade Nutella Recipe

This homemade version of the classic spread uses hazelnuts, cocoa, and a sweetener. It is creamy and smooth, perfect for toast, baking, or desserts. Making it at home allows customization of sweetness and texture. A rich chocolate-hazelnut staple.
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Chocolate Hazelnut Torrone

Chocolate and hazelnut nougat bars are stacked on a round marble tray, with whole hazelnuts visible inside the chocolate layers. — Chocolate Hazelnut Torrone. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

A soft nougat with chocolate and hazelnuts, this Italian treat is chewy and nutty. Pieces are sliced for easy serving. The flavors are rich but balanced. A festive or special occasion dessert.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Hazelnut Torrone