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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies with Vanilla Cream

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  • Author: Emma Delaney
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Fudgy chocolate thumbprint cookies filled with creamy vanilla filling and topped with dark chocolate shavings. A rich and elegant treat perfect for holidays or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Vanilla Cream Filling:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Garnish:
  • Dark chocolate shavings or curls

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place on baking sheet and use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press a well into the center of each.
  7. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set. Centers may puff slightly. Remove and gently press the centers again if needed. Let cool completely.
  8. For the filling, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Spoon or pipe the filling into each cookie center.
  10. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure cookies are fully cooled before filling to prevent the cream from melting.
  • You can use a piping bag for neater cream filling presentation.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg