Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies
Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful blend of rich chocolate and crunchy hazelnuts, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. With their soft, chewy texture and a luscious chocolate ganache filling, these cookies evoke sweet memories and cozy moments spent in the kitchen. Easy to make, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike, whether during the holidays or as an everyday indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to form a soft dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Use your thumb to create an indentation in each ball. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set around the edges.
- While cooling, prepare ganache by melting heavy cream with chocolate chips until smooth. Once cookies have cooled, fill each thumbprint with ganache.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before rolling for better shape retention during baking. Experiment with different nut butters or sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for an added flavor twist.