Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies (Recipe for Printing)

Indulge in chocolate thumbprint cookies featuring cocoa powder and a creamy chocolate ganache center. Ideal for holiday gatherings or sweet celebrations. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
02 - 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
08 - 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract

→ Filling

10 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

→ Topping

12 - Nonpareils for sprinkling on top, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Add egg yolks and vanilla bean paste or extract to the butter mixture. Mix until thoroughly combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
06 - Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Gently press your thumb into the center of each ball to form an indentation.
07 - Bake for 10–12 minutes until just set. Remove from oven and gently repress the indentation if needed. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.
08 - In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let stand 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
09 - Spoon the chocolate filling into each cooled cookie indentation. Sprinkle with nonpareils if desired. Allow filling to set before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning.

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