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Mocha Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies

Mocha Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies
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Mocha Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies combine rich coffee and cocoa flavors with toasted hazelnuts for a perfectly balanced, tender cookie with a gooey jam or chocolate ganache center. These cookies feature crispy edges and a soft, flavorful bite, making them an ideal cozy snack or elegant dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
  • ½ cup ground hazelnuts

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • Jam (raspberry or cherry recommended) or chocolate ganache, as needed for filling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Begin by creaming the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract, ensuring everything is fully combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, and ground hazelnuts. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring gently until a dough forms.
  2. Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step helps the dough firm up, making it easier to shape and preventing excessive spreading during baking.
  3. Shape the cookies and create thumbprints: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the chilled dough into uniform balls and place them on the sheet, spacing them evenly. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to press an indentation into the center of each ball, creating the perfect little well for the filling.
  4. Fill and bake: Spoon your chosen jam or chocolate ganache into each indentation. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. The fillings should look glossy and slightly melted but not runny.
  5. Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the irresistible combination of crunchy edges, nutty dough, and gooey mocha filling.

Notes

  • Use fresh ground hazelnuts for the fullest flavor.
  • Don’t overfill the thumbprints to prevent overflow and sogginess.
  • Chill the dough thoroughly to avoid spreading and keep the thumbprint shape intact.
  • Measure coffee granules carefully to avoid bitterness.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and consistent dough texture.

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