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A close-up of chewy chocolate thumbprint cookies arranged on a rustic wooden board. The cookies have a glossy chocolate glaze, with a centered dollop of rich filling. The texture appears fudgy and moist, with a slightly cracked surface and shiny finish. Soft natural lighting highlights the glossy chocolate and inviting texture, styled casually with a few crumbs scattered for a cozy, homemade look.

Chewy Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies Easy Fudgy Dessert

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Soft, chewy chocolate cookies filled with luscious fudge and topped with glossy chocolate glaze.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • Filling: 1/2 cup chocolate fudge or ganache

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla, mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until dough forms.
  6. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
  7. Flatten slightly and make an indentation in the center of each.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool slightly.
  9. Fill the indentations with fudge or ganache.
  10. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate for extra gloss.

Notes

  • Chill dough if too soft for easier handling.
  • Use quality cocoa powder for richer flavor.
  • Refrigerate filled cookies briefly before serving for firmer fudge centers.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Bake, fill, glaze
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg