Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Filling
- ½ cup chocolate (melted or chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even texture throughout the dough.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Mix in the vanilla extract to infuse the dough with its rich aroma and flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, stirring until you have a cohesive dough that is soft but not sticky.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into small, uniform balls and arrange them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Create Thumbprints: Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press an indentation into the center of each ball, creating a well for the filling.
- Fill with Chocolate: Spoon or pipe the melted chocolate or chocolate chips into each indentation, filling the thumbprint without overflow.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack or serving plate to ensure the chocolate filling firms up nicely.
Notes
- For a fruity variation, substitute the chocolate filling with your favorite jam or preserves.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies; they should remain soft and tender.
- Melt the chocolate gently using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts to prevent burning.
- You can refrigerate the dough before baking to make it easier to handle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
