Dessert

Ultimate Nutella Brownies Recipe

ByElena Hart January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

Introduction

These Ultimate Nutella Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate and hazelnut flavor. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a gooey, decadent treat that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

A close-up view of several square brownies stacked and overlapping on a white plate, each piece showing a thin, cracked top layer with a light to medium brown swirl pattern creating a textured look, while the thicker bottom layer appears darker and denser, indicating richness and moistness inside, all set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2/3 cup canola oil (can also use vegetable or coconut oil)
2/3 cup natural cocoa powder

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 large eggs

1 1/3 cups powdered sugar
2/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup Nutella

Instructions

Step 1: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat it to 325°F. Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, then spray with cooking spray.
Step 2: Place oil in a microwave-safe medium bowl and heat in 4 to 6 bursts of 5 seconds until warm but not hot. Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. Let sit for 4 to 5 minutes to bloom.

Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
Step 4: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the eggs, powdered sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed until fluffy and lighter in color, about 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Beat in vanilla extract until combined.
Step 5: Add half of the cocoa mixture to the egg mixture and beat on medium-high speed until shiny and fully combined, about 4 to 5 minutes.

Step 6: Beat in the flour mixture on low speed until fully combined. Then add the remaining cocoa mixture and beat on medium-high speed until shiny and combined, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Step 7: Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread into an even layer.
Step 8: Stir the Nutella well; if needed, microwave for 15 to 20 seconds to make it easier to swirl. Spoon Nutella over the brownie batter and swirl it in as much as you like.

Step 9: Bake for 20 to 30 minutes (longer if using an 8-inch pan or a glass/ceramic pan) until the center is set and the edges start to pull away. A tester inserted in the center may still come out slightly fudgy.
Step 10: Let brownies cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment to lift them out onto a cutting board, then cut into 9 to 16 squares.

Tips & Variations

For thicker brownies, use an 8-inch pan and increase the baking time slightly.

Try swapping powdered sugar with granulated sugar for a less sweet, more textured brownie.
If Nutella is too thick to swirl easily, gently warm it to make mixing smoother.
Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra crunch and flavor.

Storage

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired to restore gooeyness.

How to Serve

The image shows several square brownies arranged on a white surface with a white marbled texture. The brownies have a rich, dark brown color with a shiny, slightly cracked top layer that has light brown wavy lines running across it. One brownie stack is placed in the center, showing two thick layers of dense, fudgy brownie with a moist texture. The surrounding brownies lie flat around the central stack, displaying the same glossy, smooth top with a few cracks, and the dense, rich interior is visible at the edges. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of oil?

Yes, vegetable or melted coconut oil works well as a substitute for canola oil in this recipe.

How do I know when the brownies are done?

The edges will start to pull away from the pan, and the center will look set but may still be slightly fudgy. A toothpick inserted in the center may come out with moist crumbs.