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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

Decadent Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies with Rich Ganache

Experience the ultimate indulgence with Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies filled with luscious ganache.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 41 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour for gluten-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Regular unsweetened cocoa can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances and balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps cookies rise.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's softened.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can be used for deeper taste.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated White Sugar
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Ensure they're at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste Pure vanilla extract is an effective substitute.
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Dairy-free cream can be used.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Nonpareils Adds a festive touch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan
  • Spoon
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Beat butter with brown and white sugars until creamy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in egg yolks and vanilla until fluffy.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
  6. Form Cookies: Roll dough into balls and make an indent in the center.
  7. Chill Dough: Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  8. Bake Cookies: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9-11 minutes.
  9. Cool Cookies: Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
  10. Prepare Ganache: Heat cream and pour over chocolate chips, stir until smooth.
  11. Fill Cookies: Spoon ganache into the center of each cookie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or frozen for later enjoyment.

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