Chewy Nutella Crinkles

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
2. 2
   Combine Nutella and shortening in a large mixing bowl; beat with electric mixer on medium to high speed until combined.
3. 3
   Add sugar; beat on medium speed until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add vanilla extract and eggs; beat just until combined.
5. 5
   Alternately add flour mixture and milk to creamed mixture, beating on medium speed just until combined.
6. 6
   Use a spoon to stir in 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts. Cover and chill for several hours or until firm.
7. 7
   Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
8. 8
   Shape the dough into 1- or 1 1/2-inch balls.
9. 9
   Roll the balls in finely chopped hazelnuts, then roll in confectioners' sugar.
10. 10
    Place the balls 2 inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
11. 11
    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until surface is cracked and cookies are set.
12. 12
    Cool cookies on a wire rack.