Description
Delicious chocolate thumbprint cookies filled with your choice of jam or chocolate ganache, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup jam or chocolate ganache for filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough, roll them between your palms, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Press your thumb into each ball to create an indent.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until just set but slightly soft in the center.
- Fill the indents with your chosen jam or ganache once they’ve cooled for a few minutes.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate cookies, thumbprint cookies, dessert, baking, easy cookie recipes