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Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Kim Cooks Easy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with roasted hazelnut flavor. Each cookie is rolled in chopped hazelnuts and filled with a luscious chocolate-hazelnut spread (like Nutella!). They’re easy to make and perfect for sharing!


Ingredients

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  • For the Cookies:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts (for rolling)
  • For the Filling:
  • 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
  • 2 ounces dark chocolate, melted (optional, for drizzle)

Instructions

  • Preheat & Prep:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Make the Dough:
  • In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  • Mix in egg yolks and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Shape & Coat the Cookies:
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
  • Roll each ball in chopped hazelnuts, pressing slightly so they stick.
  • Place on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  • Create the Thumbprints:
  • Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press an indentation in the center of each cookie.
  • Bake:
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cookies are set but not browned.
  • If the indentations puff up, press them down again gently while warm.
  • Let cookies cool completely.
  • Fill with Chocolate:
  • Spoon or pipe chocolate-hazelnut spread into the center of each cookie.
  • Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for extra indulgence (optional).

Notes

  • For extra crunch, toast hazelnuts before chopping.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 5 days.
  • Variations: Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dough or a sprinkle of sea salt on top!
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Nutrition

  • Calories: ~160
  • Sugar: ~9g
  • Sodium: ~30mg
  • Fat: ~10g
  • Saturated Fat: ~5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
  • Trans Fat: ~0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~16g
  • Fiber: ~1g
  • Protein: ~2g
  • Cholesterol: ~25mg