Description
Indulge in the delightful Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe, where rich chocolate meets the nutty goodness of hazelnuts. With their charming thumbprint design, these cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate. Perfect for any occasion—be it festive gatherings or casual snacking—these cookies are easy to make and fun to customize with various fillings. Each bite delivers a satisfying blend of textures, from the soft cookie exterior to the creamy chocolate hazelnut filling. Elevate your baking game with this simple yet irresistible recipe that promises to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts (for rolling)
- 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, coat in chopped hazelnuts, and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Press an indentation into each ball using your thumb or a small spoon.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until set but not hard; re-press indentations if needed.
- Spoon chocolate hazelnut spread into each indentation while warm.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg