Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies: Easy Indulgence for Every Baker
Deliciously rich and satisfying, these Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are perfect for any baking enthusiast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in the center of each ball with your thumb.
- Press a chocolate chip into each indentation.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, then cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dough before baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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