Description
Indulge in the decadence of Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies, where rich dark chocolate meets a velvety ganache center. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family nights. With their unique texture and flavor, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you’re sharing them at a party or enjoying them with a cup of coffee, these cookies will elevate your dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (188 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 cup (40 g) cocoa powder (Dutch process)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
- 1 cup (200 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream
- nonpareils for sprinkling on top (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Cream softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolks and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Form dough balls and create indentations using your thumb.
- Bake for about 10 minutes; edges should be firm while centers remain soft.
- Prepare ganache by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream until smooth.
- Fill each thumbprint with ganache once cookies cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg