CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT BROWNIES

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Toasted nuts, Nutella and liqueur transform fudgy homemade brownies into a hazelnut-lover's dream. They're perfect for a casual meal on Christmas Eve or as a yummy gift.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 16 brownies.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, cubed
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup Nutella
1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups coarsely chopped hazelnuts, toasted, divided

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°. In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in Nutella and liqueur. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture. Fold in 1 cup nuts., Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining nuts. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not overbake), 30-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.