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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies


  • Author: mega-carte
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously soft and chocolatey thumbprint cookies filled with your choice of chocolate or jam.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Chocolate ganache, jam, or your topping of choice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the softened butter and sugar until they’re fluffy and light.
  3. Stir in the vanilla and the rest of the dry ingredients until combined.
  4. Roll tablespoon-sized amounts of dough into balls.
  5. Press a divot into each ball using your thumb.
  6. Fill each divot with your chosen chocolate or jam.
  7. Bake for about 12 minutes.
  8. Let them cool before enjoying.

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream or dunk in coffee for an epic treat!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cookies, chocolate, dessert, thumbprint cookies, easy baking