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Coffee Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

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Soft coffee-flavored cookies with a gooey chocolate center. Small enough to eat a dozen, delicious enough to justify it.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 20 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour cookie structure starts here
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder for deep chocolate flavor
  • 1½ tsp instant coffee powder hello, caffeine
  • ½ tsp baking soda because cookies need a little lift
  • ¼ tsp salt balances the sweetness
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened (essential for richness)
  • ½ cup brown sugar chewiness unlocked
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for crispy edges
  • 1 egg yolk adds richness, because yolks are magical
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract because plain is boring

Chocolate Filling:

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chopped (the good stuff)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream for smoothness
  • ½ tsp instant coffee powder for depth

Instructions
 

Make the Cookies:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Nobody enjoys scraping burnt dough.
  • Whisk the flour, cocoa, coffee powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Dry ingredients deserve even distribution.
  • Beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. If you taste-test it, we won’t judge.
  • Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla. The dough should be smooth and smell amazing.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Overmixing = tough cookies (literally).
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the baking sheet. Roll them into smooth spheres like a baking pro.
  • Press a small indentation in each using your thumb or a spoon. This is where the magic will go later.
  • Bake for 12 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should stay slightly soft.
  • Cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Time for the filling!

Make the Chocolate Filling:

  • Melt the chocolate and heavy cream together until smooth. Stir in the coffee powder for extra richness.
  • Spoon the filling into the center of each cookie. Try not to drool.
  • Let them set for 10 minutes, or eat them warm because self-control is overrated.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)

  • Calories: ~180
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)

  • Iron: 6%
  • Magnesium: 4%
  • Calcium: 3%
  • Potassium: 3%
  • Vitamin B6: 2%

Pro Tips for Maximum Flavor

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for an intense, rich filling.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing to prevent sogginess.
  • Sprinkle a little sea salt on top for contrast. Sweet + salty = perfection.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container (if any survive).