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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

Delightful cookies filled with a luscious chocolate ganache, perfect for nostalgic moments and cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it is adequately softened for a creamy mixture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
  • 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (prepared or store-bought) Ganache is the heart of the cookie!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until blended.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
Baking
  1. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  2. Press gently in the center of each ball to create an indentation.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until they look just right.
  4. Fill each thumbprint with chocolate ganache once out of the oven.
  5. Let cool before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. For fluffier cookies, let the dough rest in the fridge before baking. Feel free to get creative with variations such as jam or peanut butter.