Chocolate in Chocolate-Peppermint Thumbprints Recipe

Name: Chocolate in Chocolate-Peppermint Thumbprints
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 6 tbsp. cocoa powder; 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 stick unsalted butter; 1 c. sugar; 2 large egg yolks; 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 1/2 c. macadamia nuts; 8 oz. white chocolate; 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract; 1/2 c. peppermint candies

Servings: persons

2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. cocoa powder
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 stick unsalted butter
1 c. sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 c. macadamia nuts
8 oz. white chocolate
1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
1/2 c. peppermint candies

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
Whisk together flour and salt in medium bowl; set aside.
3
In small bowl, stir together cocoa and oil until blended; set aside.
4
In large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
5
Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6
Beat in vanilla and cocoa mixture.
7
Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture until just blended.
8
Roll dough into 1-inch balls; roll each ball in chopped macadamia nuts.
9
Place 11/2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet.
10
Using your thumb, press a deep indentation into the center of each ball.
11
Bake until indentation remains when lightly touched, about 9 to 12 minutes.
12
Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes.
13
Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
14
Meanwhile, melt white chocolate in double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
15
Mix in peppermint extract.
16
Spoon melted chocolate into cookies and sprinkle with crushed candy.
17
Allow chocolate to set before serving, about 30 minutes.

1588

kcal

Calories

Fat

201

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, 6 tbsp. cocoa powder, 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chocolate in Chocolate-Peppermint Thumbprints falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chocolate in Chocolate-Peppermint Thumbprints

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