Chocolate Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies
Get ready to indulge in the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these delicious thumbprint cookies! Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or a decadent dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies are sure to hit the spot.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, separated
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in each cookie.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Brush the egg white over the cookies.
- Fill each indentation with a teaspoon of peanut butter.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until set. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, dust them with powdered sugar.
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use natural peanut butter instead of creamy or crunchy?
- Q: Can I substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour?
- Q: How long do these cookies stay fresh?
A: Yes, you can use natural peanut butter in this recipe, but the consistency of the cookies may be slightly different.
A: Yes, you can substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour, but the texture of the cookies may be altered.
A: These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Helpful tips:
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping to make it easier to work with.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the filled cookies for a sweet and salty flavor combination.
- For a fun twist, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the peanut butter filling before baking.
Expert Secrets:
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder instead of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting into the peanut butter filling.
- To create a marbled effect, swirl the peanut butter and chocolate dough together before shaping into balls.