How to Make Chocolate Thumbprints I - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of chocolate and cookies, then you're in for a real treat with this recipe! Chocolate thumbprints are a classic cookie that combines a rich chocolate dough with a sweet and creamy filling. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're serving them at a holiday party or enjoying them as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee.

The best part about this recipe is that it's easy to make and doesn't require any fancy equipment. All you need are a few simple ing...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 26 milk chocolate candy kisses, unwrapped

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Beat 1/2 cup butter or margarine, white sugar, egg yolk, 2 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to butter mixture. Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm enough to roll into balls.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, lightly beat egg white.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Shape dough into 1 inch balls; dip in egg white, then roll in nuts. Place on greased baking sheets. Make an indentation with thumb in center of each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until center is set.
  • To Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup confectioner's sugar, 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine, 2 teaspoons of milk and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  • Spoon 1/4 teaspoon of the filling into each warm cookie; gently press a chocolate kiss (unwrapped) in the center. Carefully remove from baking sheet to wire racks to cool.
  • Nutrition

    307 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 126mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 143mg