Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use the back of a spoon or your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each ball.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the bottoms are lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
- Fill the indentations with semisweet chocolate chips.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 60mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey
- Soft and chewy
- Classic thumbprint cookie shape
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so delicious and easy to make. They were a hit with my family." - Sarah
- "Perfect for satisfying my chocolate craving. Love the soft and chewy texture." - John
- "A classic thumbprint cookie with a twist. The chocolate chips add an extra layer of sweetness." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use unsalted butter, as salted butter can make the cookies too salty.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more butter.
- Let the cookies cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar, as the sugar will dissolve if the cookies are still warm.
