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cocoa thumbprint cookies

(3 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Sara Bonham
@sarasmile85
Chula Vista, CA

I made these specifically for my brother. His buddy's dog got a hold of the container the cookies were in and only left him with 3 cookies. He was so mad.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Santa will be ecstatic when he finds these cocoa thumbprint cookies on his plate. The soft and chewy cookie has a rich cocoa flavor and is not overly sweet. We love the different toppings you can add to the thumbprint of the cookie. We used festive sprinkles, marshmallows, mint chocolate candies, and mint chocolate chips. Get creative and choose your favorite. These chocolate cookies are fun and festive!

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(3 ratings)
yield 3 dozen
prep time 1 Hr
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For cocoa thumbprint cookies

  • 1 1/2 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 c
    granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/2 c
    unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 6 Tbsp
    unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 lg
    eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 c
    confectioners' sugar
  • sprinkles, marshmallows, mini candies, for decorating

How To Make cocoa thumbprint cookies

  • Whisk the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
    1
    Whisk the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Add the melted butter and eggs. Chill dough.
    2
    Add the melted butter and eggs. Stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate the dough until firm; about 30 minutes.
  • Prepare baking sheet while oven preheats.
    3
    Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Place the confectioners' sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar in 2 separate small bowls and roll balls of dough.
    4
    Place the confectioners' sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar in 2 separate small bowls. Roll scant tablespoonfuls of dough into balls. Roll in the granulated sugar and then in the confectioners' sugar. Place 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Lightly flatten cookie, make a thumb indentation, and add toppings.
    5
    Lightly flatten each ball with your fingers. Make a deep 1/2-inch-wide indentation in the centers with your thumb. Place your choice of filling in the indentation.
  • Bake the cookies.
    6
    Bake the cookies until puffed and slightly cracked, about 10 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
    7
    Let cool for 3 minutes on the baking sheets. Then transfer to racks to cool completely.
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