I’m guessing the quickest resort for any nutellaholic would be nutella fingers; something that would easily attract the title of comfort food. (I literally mean fingers dipped in a jar of nutella). But for me baking is comforting. The sensual aroma of whipped butter and sugar in the air being doused with luscious vanilla, the sight of rich melted chocolate dripping down the sides, the whiff of baked bread filling my home – it’s a magical, rewarding experience.
Now let me tell you why these are often described as the ultimate comfort food. It consists of two incredibly rich and decadent layers. The bottom one is a sweet and buttery flavored crisp shortbread on which rests the rich, creamy and luscious nutella filling.
And if that’s not indulgent enough, you can glaze with chocolate that glistens seductively on the plate. If you’d like them to be a little on the sweeter side, I recommend you add 1/4 to 1/3 cup of sugar to the nutella batter.
Simple, delicious and really addictive – these bars are comfort food at it’s best. A warm cup of strong coffee with a slice or two would be just the perfect way to wrap up any meal.
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup Nutella
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8 by 8″ baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine crust ingredients on low to medium speed just until mixture is evenly mixed and moist. Transfer it to the prepared baking pan and press mixture onto bottom of pan in an even layer. (Use wet fingers if mixture sticks to skin.)
- Prick 6-8 times with a fork, then bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown around edges.
- In the meantime, beat the ingredients for the filling on medium speed until smooth. When crust is done, pour mixture evenly over crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until middle is puffed and just set.
- Cool completely on wire rack before cutting into bars.
The theme for this week’s #SundaySupper event is Comfort Food with Lee Woodruff. And we have the ultimate menu that screams comfort food. So get into your PJs, grab a fork and start indulging.
#SundaySupper Comfort Food |Soups
- Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup by Damn Delicious
- Loaded Baked Potato Soup by Supper for a Steal
- Kalbi Tang or Korean Short Rib Soup by Kimchi MOM
- Korean mandoo (dumpling) soup by Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
- Chicken Noodle Soup by My Catholic Kitchen
- Thai’d up chicken noodle soup by I Run For Wine
- Ditalini Italian Soup by Mangiamo!
- Spicy Black Bean Soup by Mama’s Blissful Bites
- Chicken Chowder by Pippis in the Kitchen Again
#SundaySupper Comfort Food | Main Dish
- Sausage Gravy and Biscuits by Big Bears Wife
- Comforting Down-Home Shrimp and Grits by The Weekend Gourmet
- Pumpkin Alfredo Tortellini Bake by The Meltaways
- Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese by Flour on My Face
- Lasagna Roll Ups by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Green Plantain Hash by Basic n Delicious
- Venison Chili by The Messy Baker Blog
- Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells by That Skinny Chick can Bake
- Winter Chicken Stew by Mrs. Mama Hen
- Quinoa, Spinach, and Kale Lasagna by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Baked Oysters and Apples by Pescetarian Journal
- Individual Chicken Pot Pies by Noshing With The Nolands
- Kaesespaetzle {Baked Cheese Spaetzle} by Galactosemia in PDX
- Jalapeno and Bacon Mac N’ Cheese by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts
- Quiche aux Champignons {Mushroom Quiche} by An Appealing Plan
- Mini Mac n Cheese Cups with Pork Shoulder Ragù by Hip Foodie Mom
- Chicken a la King by Girlichef
- Creamy Chicken & Dumplings by La Cocina de Leslie
- Spaghetti Squash Gratins by She likes ruffles, he likes truffles
- Hot Dr. Pepper with Lemon by Kwistins Favorites
- Creamy Chicken Enchiladas by Home Cooking Memories
- Savory Slow-Cooked Pork Stew by Daddy Knows Less
- Chicken Roasted with White Wine and Garlic by Webicurean
- Shepherd’s Pie by Small Wallet Big Appetite
- One Skillet Pumpkin Lasagna by The Realistic Nutritionist
- Chicken “Pot Pie” by Diabetic Foodie
- Gluten Free Cornish Pasty by Maroc Mama
- Warm Oven Baked Samosas Stuffed With Sweet Potato & Peas by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Caramelized Onion-Challah Stuffing Muffins by Comfy Cuisine
- Comforting Mashed Potatoes by Momma’s Meals
- Chunky Chili Beans by Mama Mommy Mom
- Rustic Cauliflower and Tomato Gratin by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Basmati Rice with Saffron by Family Spice
- Feijoada Portuguese Bean Stew by Family Foodie
#SundaySupper Comfort Food | Desserts
- Biscuits and Chocolate Gravy by Juanita’s Cocina
- Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Sour Cream Pound Cake by Mom’s Test Kitchen
- Chocolate Layer Cake by Magnolia Days
- Cinnamon Rice Pudding by Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Smores Hot Cocoa by Chocolate Moosey
- Sweet Red Bean Pie by What Smells So Good
- Pistachio Cake Cookies by The Cookie A Day Challenge
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cheesecake by No One Likes Crumbly Cookies
- Dark Chocolate Caramel Brownies by Daily Dish Recipes
- Nutella Shortbread Bars by Baker Street
Pairing Wine with Sunday Supper Comfort Food Favorites! by ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
Happy Baking!
These are simply yummy. It’s right, you have to feel the flour and the butter between your fingers and … yes, baking is relaxing.
I agree with you that the comfort is baking! And baking these bars make it a double treat. Simply wonderful!
My Nutella loving heart is going pitter patter!! Love it and wish I had these to enjoy today. Note to self: add Nutella to shopping list.
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Oh, my…these look AMAZING! Gooey, sweet and delicious….just perfect, my friend!
I have to be honest and say that I find Nutella too sweet. But that gorgeous bottom layer will offset the sweetness beautifully! Okay, I’ll have a slice.
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LOVE that crispy brownie like top. Holy delicious.
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Your description of these bars is incredible! They look incredible!!!
Oh. my. god. My heart is racing. True story. You’ve just succeeded in making me avoid work for a couple more hours. Nutella shortbread bars, here I go – I’ll say how it went.
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Five stars for taste and baking ease! My new favorite Nutella included recipe!
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These look so decadent and heavenly! And I definitely wouldn’t be able to stop at just one of these!
You had me at crackled top.
All I could say is HEAVENLY!
First time on your site, this looks amazing! I’m a nutellaholic as well.
PS – as someone who loves Sherlock Holmes AND baking, I think your blog name is genius.
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This is truly comfort food & I love the pic with the arrows & descriptions … Happy Sunday :-)
Um, yes please! These look too delicious! And perfect timing too because I’m about to go the grocery store. Add nutella to the list! Thank you for sharing. I hope you have a wonderful end to your weekend!
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These look fantastic!!!! Unfortunately I can’t eat nuts, but man oh man I wish I could. I just love how these look and sound. Really just beautiful!!!
I want an entire plate of these…NOW!
I think by enjoying the baking process you enjoy the final product even more. This looks fantastic.
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Oooey-Gooey deliciousness! I can just imagine how good it was. :)
NUTELLAAAA…….
*sigh of happiness*
Ooh, these look delicious and easy to make. Bookmarked!
I really like shortbread to begin with, and topped with this Nutella goodness? What bliss! Love the crackled top! Good recipe – thanks so much.
Right now you are my best friend – these are incredible :D
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Oh Nutella I love you! These look incredible!
yum…a square of this and a cup of coffee sounds perfect. i appreciate the labeled diagram and the overall simplicity of your recipes! thanks for sharing….
My blood sugar shot up just reading your description of these bars! I’ll go to bed dreaming of them tonight. Gorgeous photos!
Looks delicious! Love that last picture. Mmm gimme some of that gooey center.
Wow I’d love to pull up a cup of coffee and try these right now!! :)
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WOW! I love shortbread cookies, I love nutella…..I cannot wait to try these bad boys out! Love love love!
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SIMPLE YUMMY!
Hello heaven! I’m in love with these bars!
oooh, so good and I totally agree on the cup of coffee with them!
Heaven! Really wish I had one of these (or the pan) right now. I love anything with Nutella, but these look over the top!
I want it all- the buttery crust, gooey center, and crackly crust. These look amazing. I see them happening in the near future. Pinned.
Helloooo gorgeous! These treats sound like sugary, delicious, comforting goodness!
Those look great for Christmas too!! I love ooey gooey looking bars!!
I love shortbread…even more now that it is served with nutella filling on top!
I love nutella and this makes a handy way to carry it around :) They look delicious!
Mmm Nutella! I don’t really like chocolate, but anything with Nutella and I’m SOLD! I pinned your recipe and can’t wait to make it!
Dude these are remarkable. I just need to run right into the kitchen asap and whip these up. Dang you are dangerous to visit before bed.
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Everything looks stunning and so tempting. You’ve really outdone yourself!
Nutella on shortbread sounds so good! Thank you for sharing.
Lol – your last photo pointing out the different decadent layers of these bars is my favourite. These look so good – I was ready to lick my computer screen. This is definitely going onto my must-bake list. I just need to stop eating my Nutella with a spoon right out of the jar so that I have enough to make these!
You had me at nutella…. what a gorgeous slice.
OMG, these look divine!!! I love a good dessert with layers. . this is lovely! YUM!
I love nutella and I love shortbread, put them together and you have my kind of treat. :)
These look SO amazing. I love Nutella and I love Shortbread, so I’d double-love these bars for sure!
Oh dear, I think I’m weak in the knees. Those are absolutely scrumptious looking.
WOW! WOW! WOW! as a fellow nutellaholic, let me think you for this wonderful recipe!
Nutella? AND shortbread? I am so in love. Gorgeous
Yum these look so good. I have heard so much about nutella but have never tried it. I will definitely try out these yummy bars :)
Your last picture has me totally sold! The description just screams irresistible! Heavenly!
That crackly crust-yes! Love the buttery shortbread crust and well, Nutellllaaa. I try to stay away from it these days because I indulged a little too much in Italy this summer;P Love these bars:)
I’d love a a piece of this with a cup of black coffee. =)
Oh my theses look good! I love Nutella
ooo they gooey center! I want it!!!