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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

Chewy Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies That Wow Every Bite

Indulge in Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies featuring a rich chocolate base and a ganache center, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 34 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1/3 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Rich chocolate flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder Do not substitute with baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture
  • 1/2 cup Granulated White Sugar Essential for texture
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Room temperature for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract Pure extract works too
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Creates a smooth ganache
For the Topping
  • Nonpareils (Optional) For decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • saucepan

Method
 

Steps
  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add the egg yolks and vanilla, and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Roll dough into 34 balls and indent each with a teaspoon.
  7. Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Bake the cookies for 9-11 minutes until edges are set.
  10. Redefine indents and cool the cookies on a rack.
  11. Heat heavy cream and pour over chocolate chips; stir until smooth to make ganache.
  12. Spoon ganache into the indents and chill to set.
  13. Store cookies in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Accurate measurements are key for success. Customize the recipe with extracts or chocolate types as desired.

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