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Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies: A Sweet Delight!

Delicious chocolate hazelnut thumbprint cookies filled with creamy chocolate hazelnut spread.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hazelnuts finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread like Nutella

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped hazelnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie ball.
  9. Fill each indentation with about 1 teaspoon of chocolate hazelnut spread.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dough.
  • You can use a mix of chopped nuts like almonds or pecans.
  • Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies for a decorative touch.

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