Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of buttery cookies filled with rich chocolate, perfect for any gathering or cozy afternoon at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and chopped pecans until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Portion out small balls of dough (about 1 inch in diameter) onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Using your thumb, gently press into each ball to create an indentation.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Remove from the oven and immediately fill each thumbprint with semi-sweet chocolate chips while they are hot, allowing them to melt.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for different nutty flavors. - Try using flavored chocolates like dark or white chocolate for unique variations. - A sprinkle of sea salt on top enhances the flavor profile beautifully.