Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent experience of Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These cookies feature a chewy dark chocolate base with luscious chocolate ganache centers that will impress any dessert lover. They’re not only easy to make but also highly customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings like nuts or nonpareils for an extra touch. Whether for holiday gatherings or satisfying your sweet cravings, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite. Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a homemade delight that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (Dutch process)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- nonpareils for sprinkling on top (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to place dough on prepared sheets; create indents with your thumb.
- Bake for about 10 minutes; cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the ganache by heating heavy cream until simmering; pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
- Once cookies cool completely, fill each thumbprint with ganache.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg