Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of chocolate thumbprint cookies. These soft and chewy treats feature a rich chocolate center that melts in your mouth, evoking joyful memories of baking with loved ones. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only easy to make but also customizable with various fillings. Create a batch today and enjoy the warm, comforting taste of nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the flour, cocoa powder, and egg yolk until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheet. Use your thumb to create an indentation in each ball.
- Fill each thumbprint with chocolate chips.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but still soft. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (18g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg