Description
Dive into the world of Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies—a delightful combination of buttery, soft cookies and gooey chocolate centers. Perfect for holiday gatherings, birthday parties, or just because, these cookies are fun to make and even more fun to eat. Feeling creative? Customize them with your favorite toppings for an extra special trea
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup chocolate chips or chocolate pieces
Instructions
- Prepare Your Oven and Baking Sheet:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. - Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 3-4 minutes. - Add the Egg and Vanilla:
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. - Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture in parts, ensuring each addition is well combined before adding more. The dough should be soft but not overly sticky. - Shape the Cookies:
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Use your thumb to gently press a small well into the center of each ball. - Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft. - Add the Chocolate:
Immediately press a few chocolate chips or a small piece of chocolate into the thumbprint of each cookie once they are out of the oven. - Cool and Enjoy:
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy once the chocolate has set!
Notes
Customization: Feel free to swap the chocolate with caramel, white chocolate, or fruit preserves for a different twist.
- Storage: Keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Troubleshooting: If cookies spread too much, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 12minutes