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    Chocolate Thumbprint Cookie

    Published: Jun 1, 2022 by Jennie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are rich and decadent with a perfect chocolate ganache filling in the "thumbprint." Typically made at Christmas time, but I love making these year round!

    Three Chocolate Thumbprint Cookie on small plate.

    Thise Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect dessert. A soft chewy cookie with a creamy chocolatey ganache filling these cookies are great for any party or gathering you have. They are typically served around the Christmas holiday, but I made them for a party I had recently and had to share them with you all.

    How to make Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies:

    This recipe is made a tad different than most cookie recipes. Typically, in cookie recipes you mix you wet and dry ingredients together separately, and then you combine them together. In this recipe you start by mixing the butter and powdered sugar, and then can mix in all the remaining ingredients together. Before baking use a spoon or another rounded utensil to make the "thumbprint." During baking make the ganache, and then once cooled top with the chocolate ganache.

    Ingredients:

    • All-Purpose Flour - sifted
    • Butter - softened
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Egg
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Baking Powder
    • Cocoa Powder
    • Salt

    Ganache Filling:

    • Heavy Whipping Cream
    • Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips

    ingredients for chocolate thumbprint cookies.

    Directions:

    Step One - Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Then line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
    Step Two - Using an electric mixer with the paddle attachment, add softened butter and powdered sugar and mix until smooth and creamy.

    mixing together the wet ingredients for the cookies.

    Step Three - Once combined, add in the rest of the ingredients for the cookies. Making sure to pause and scrape the sides as you mix. Do this often to make sure all ingredients are well combined.

    adding dry ingredients to the stand mixer and vanilla extract.

    Step Three continued - Once the paddle has pulled in all the dough, it is ready.

    cookie dough on the mixer from the stand mixer.

    Step Four - Use a cookie scooper to scoop one cookie at a time. Then use your hand to roll each scoop into a ball.
    • Tip: I used a 2-tablespoon scoop, or a #40 scoop would work.

    making cookie dough balls from the dough.

    Step Five - Place balls of dough on your prepared baking sheet. Use a ¼ teaspoon to press down in the middle to make a gap.
    • Tip: I recommend spraying the button of your utensil with some no-stick cooking spray so it doesn't stick to the dough.

    making the thumbprint in the cookie dough

    Step Six - Place them in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the bottom is a bit golden. While your cookies bake you can prepare your filling.

    thumbprint cookie dough balls on baking sheet.

    Directions for Ganache Filling:

    Step One - In a small saucepan, heat up the heavy whipping cream, making sure it does not boil.
    Step Two - Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Once the cream is hot, pour in the chocolate chips. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes until the chocolate has softened.

    making the ganache.

    Step Three - Slowly stir until completely combined and all the chocolate has melted. Allowing to cool for 10 minutes before using.
    • Tip: Do not allow you ganache to fully cool as it could harden.

    mixing ingredients for the ganache.

    Step Four - Allow cookies to cool completely then fill the gap with chocolate ganache into a piping bag.
    Step Five - Let them chill for a couple of hours in the refrigerator before serving. Once set serve and enjoy.

    piping the ganache on the baked cookies.

    How to store Thumbprint Cookies:

    These cookies need to be stored in an airtight container. You can store them on the counter for about 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    chocolate thumbprint cookies on white counter.

    Can you freeze thumbprint cookies?

    Thumbprint cookies can be frozen. Because of the ganache topping their storage time is not as long as other cookies. Store them in the freezer in an airtight container. If layering them separate the layers with wax or parchment paper.

    chocolate thumbprint cookies on baking sheet.

    How to make sure the cookies stay round:

    Cookies typically spread out while baking. As soon as you remove the cookies from the oven take a circular cookie cutter or even a small glass and work the cookie cutter in a circular motion around each cookie. This will help the cookies get back to their round shape.

    closeup of thumbprint cookies on small plate.

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    Chocolate Thumbprint Cookie

    Chocolate Thumbprint Cookie

    Jennie Duncan
    These Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are rich and decadent with a perfect chocolate ganache filling in the "thumbprint." Typically made at Christmas time, but I love making these year-round!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 18 mins
    Course Cookie, Dessert
    Cuisine American, Cookie, dessert
    Servings 30 cookies
    Calories 211 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Cookie:

    • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
    • 8.5 oz butter (softened)
    • 3 /4 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • â…“ cup cocoa powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Ganache Filling:

    • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

    Instructions
     

    Cookies:

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Then line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 
    • Using an electric mixer with the paddle attachment, add softened butter and powdered sugar and mix until smooth and creamy.
    • Once combined, add in the rest of the ingredients for the cookies. Making sure to pause and scrape the sides as you mix. Do this often to make sure all ingredients are well combined. Once the paddle has pulled in all the dough, it is ready.
    • Use a cookie scooper to scoop one cookie at a time. Then use your hand to roll out each scoop into a ball.
    • Place balls of dough on your prepared baking sheet. Use a ¼ teaspoon to press down in the middle to make a gap.
    • Place them in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the bottom is a bit golden. While your cookies bake you can prepare your filling.

    Ganach Filling:

    • In a small saucepan, heat up the heavy whipping cream, making sure it does not boil. 
    • Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Once the cream is hot, pour in the chocolate chips. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes until the chocolate has softened. 
    • Slowly stir until completely combined and all the chocolate has melted. Allowing to cool for 10 minutes before using. 
    • Allow cookies to cool completely then fill the gap with chocolate ganache into a piping bag. 
    • Let them chill for a couple of hours in the refrigerator before serving. Once set serve and enjoy.

    Notes

    Tip: I recommend spraying the button of your utensil with some no-stick cooking spray, so it doesn't stick to the dough.
    Tip: I used a 2-tablespoon scoop, or a #40 scoop would work.
    Tip: Do not allow you ganache to fully cool as it could harden.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cookieCalories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 76mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 301IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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