Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Any Occasion
These Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are the ultimate indulgent treat, perfect for any occasion. Soft, rich, and filled with a luscious chocolate ganache, they are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Roll dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your thumb or a small spoon to create an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, then allow to cool on a wire rack.
- Melt the chocolate chips and fill the indentations with the chocolate.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle sea salt on top of the melted chocolate.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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