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Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies

Irresistible Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

These Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies combine rich cocoa dough and creamy hazelnut spread for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use room temperature butter for easy creaming.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to try brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap for almond flour for gluten-free option.
  • ½ cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa lends a smoother taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and elevates flavors.
For the Coating & Filling
  • ½ cup Finely Chopped Hazelnuts Replace with pecans or almonds if preferred.
  • ½ cup Chocolate Hazelnut Spread Any nut butter can provide a different twist.
  • Extra Whole Hazelnuts Optional, for garnish and extra texture.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

How to Make Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Slowly add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then coat in finely chopped hazelnuts.
  6. Make a gentle indentation in each ball using your thumb or the back of a spoon.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until set but soft to the touch.
  8. Fill each indentation with chocolate hazelnut spread, adding a whole hazelnut on top if desired.
  9. Cool cookies on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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