Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

Yes, but the texture will be a bit softer and less chewy.

Are these cookies gluten-free?

They can be if you use certified gluten-free oats.

Can I skip the melted chocolate?

Yes, but it adds a rich, fudgy note. You can also drizzle it only on top instead of mixing it in.

Can I make them without banana?

You could try applesauce or pumpkin puree, but banana gives the best structure and sweetness.

How do I keep the cookies from getting too soft?

Let them cool fully before storing, and store uncovered the first day to avoid excess moisture.

Fudgy Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies

Fudgy Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies Recipe

Recipe by Liliya

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Total Time22 minutes
Yield8 cookies 1x
DietGluten Free

These Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies are rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened with banana. Made with oats, cocoa, and roasted hazelnuts, they’re a wholesome treat with deep chocolate flavor and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or late-night chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

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1 ripe banana
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chopped roasted hazelnuts
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon melted dark chocolate (plus extra for drizzling)
Pinch of salt
Optional: splash of vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the banana in a medium bowl until smooth.
Stir in oats, cocoa powder, chopped hazelnuts, maple syrup, melted chocolate, salt, and vanilla (if using). Mix until well combined.
Scoop dough into small rounds and place on the baking sheet. Gently flatten each one.
Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set.
Cool completely before drizzling with extra melted chocolate.
Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

Notes

For a deeper nutty flavor, lightly toast the hazelnuts before mixing them in.
These cookies are naturally gluten-free (just be sure to use certified GF oats).
For a richer cookie, stir in a few extra chocolate chunks before baking.
You can skip the drizzle, but it adds that bakery-style finish that makes these extra indulgent.
Great as a lunchbox treat or on-the-go snack. They hold together really well once cooled.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 125 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 28mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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