Nutella Churro Bombs: A Sweet and Warm Bite of Heaven
There’s something magical about the combination of cinnamon, sugar, and chocolate. It’s an aroma that can make any kitchen feel like a cozy haven, and the flavor—rich, sweet, and utterly irresistible—appeals to anyone with a sweet tooth. If you’re a fan of Nutella and churros, then prepare yourself for a treat that combines the best of both worlds: Nutella Churro Bombs. These bite-sized pastries are the epitome of indulgence—golden, crispy on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside, and packed with the rich, creamy goodness of Nutella. Dipped in melted butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these churro bombs are the perfect dessert, snack, or breakfast treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package Grands Biscuits (8 biscuits) – These pre-made, flaky biscuits are the perfect base for Nutella Churro Bombs. Grands Biscuits provide the ideal texture and dough consistency, creating a soft center when baked, while still holding up to the Nutella filling. If you prefer, you can substitute them with any canned biscuit dough, but I highly recommend Grands for their fluffiness.
- ½ cup Nutella – Nutella, the creamy hazelnut-chocolate spread, is the key ingredient in these churro bombs. Its smooth texture and rich, slightly sweet flavor melt perfectly inside the biscuit, creating a gooey surprise with every bite. If you’re not a fan of Nutella, you can try using another chocolate-hazelnut spread or even peanut butter for a different twist.
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted) – The melted butter adds richness to the churro bombs and helps the cinnamon sugar coating stick to the pastry. The buttery flavor elevates the overall taste, giving each bite an indulgent finish.
- 1 cup granulated sugar – The sugar creates the sweet exterior that makes churros so addictive. It’s used to coat the churro bombs after baking, giving them that classic crunch and sweetness. You can substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor, but the result will be similar.
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon – Cinnamon is the heart of the churro flavor. It adds a warm, slightly spicy note that perfectly complements the Nutella. If you love cinnamon, you can always add a little extra to the cinnamon-sugar mix to suit your taste.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that the churro bombs bake evenly, becoming golden brown and perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining soft and gooey on the inside. While the oven heats up, line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
- Prepare the biscuits: Open the can of Grands Biscuits and separate each biscuit from the others. Take each biscuit and flatten it with your hands or a rolling pin until it forms a small, flat disc. You want the dough to be thin enough to easily wrap around the Nutella, but not so thin that it tears. If the dough is too thick, the Nutella might not melt properly or could leak out during baking.
- Add the Nutella filling: Place about 1 tablespoon of Nutella in the center of each flattened biscuit. Be sure to leave enough room at the edges to pinch the dough closed around the Nutella. Carefully fold the edges of the biscuit dough up around the Nutella and pinch them together to seal the filling inside. Gently roll the dough into a ball, making sure the seam is tucked underneath to keep the Nutella contained. You want the Nutella to stay inside the dough while it bakes, so be gentle when sealing the dough.
- Bake the churro bombs: Place each Nutella-filled biscuit ball onto the prepared baking sheet. Space them out evenly so they have room to expand slightly while baking. Pop the tray into the preheated oven and bake for 17-22 minutes, or until the tops of the churro bombs are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through. Keep an eye on them toward the end of the bake time to prevent overbaking. The smell of cinnamon sugar will fill your kitchen, making it nearly impossible to wait!
- Roll in cinnamon sugar: While the churro bombs are baking, melt the butter in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Once the churro bombs are out of the oven, and while they’re still warm, dip each one into the melted butter, making sure it’s fully coated. Then, roll the buttered churro bomb in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring an even coating. The cinnamon-sugar crust will add a satisfying crunch to the outside of each churro bomb while complementing the soft, gooey Nutella inside.
- Serve and enjoy: These Nutella Churro Bombs are best enjoyed fresh and warm, but they’re still delicious at room temperature. Serve them immediately for the best texture and flavor, or store any leftovers loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you’re serving them at a party or as a dessert, they’ll be gone in no time!
Notes
- Ingredient Substitutions: While Nutella is the star ingredient here, feel free to get creative with your fillings! You could swap Nutella for peanut butter, almond butter, or even caramel sauce. These alternatives will change the flavor profile but still create a warm, gooey center that pairs wonderfully with the cinnamon-sugar coating. For a more decadent experience, you can even add a few chocolate chips inside with the Nutella to make the filling even more indulgent.
- Make it Dairy-Free: To make these churro bombs dairy-free, simply swap the butter for a dairy-free alternative like coconut oil or margarine. Additionally, you can use dairy-free biscuit dough and a dairy-free chocolate spread like a vegan hazelnut chocolate spread.
- Baking Tips: If the tops of your churro bombs brown too quickly in the oven, loosely cover them with foil toward the end of the bake time. This will help prevent the tops from overbaking while allowing the center to cook through properly.