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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies


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  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful chocolate cookies filled with rich chocolate ganache.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate ganache (for filling)
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Using your thumb, press into the center of each ball to create a well.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are slightly firm.
  8. Allow to cool slightly, then fill each thumbprint with chocolate ganache.
  9. Optional: dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing. Don’t skip the chocolate ganache; it’s the best part!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg