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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are a fun twist made from a buttery cookie filled with homemade chocolate ganache. This is an indulgent and easy cookie recipe that’s perfect on a Christmas cookie plate!
👥 18 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 49 min⏳ Prep: 40 min🔥 Cook: 9 min👤 Beyond Frosting📖 beyondfrosting
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- oven
- baking sheet
- bowl
- microwave
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Make the Cookies
2
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
3
In a stand mixer, combine the butter with the sugar and beat on medium speed until well combined.
4
Next, add the egg yolk and the vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
egg yolk1(5ml) pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon(15ml) milk1 tablespoon
5
Then, add the dry ingredients and beat until the dough starts to form. Add the milk and finish beating until the dough comes together.
6
Using a small cookie scoop to portion out the dough into balls, then roll each one smooth between your hands. Place on the prepared baking sheet then use a teaspoon to press into the center of the cookie to create a cavity.
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Bake one tray at a time for ⏱️ 9-11 minutes until the bottoms of the cookies start to brown. Remove from oven, again use a teaspoon to press into the center of the cookie while it’s still warm. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for ⏱️ 5-10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Make the Filling
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Once the cookies have cooled, make the ganache. In a microwave-proof bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring frequently until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
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Spoon the ganache into the center of each cookie. The ganache will harden as it cools. Add sprinkles while the ganache is still warm if desired.
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