Cheesecake Filled Chocolate Walnut Thumbprints (Print View)
Rich chocolate thumbprints with cheesecake centers and walnut coating. A delightful treat for sweet lovers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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125 g all-purpose flour
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30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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115 g unsalted butter, softened
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100 g granulated sugar
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1 large egg yolk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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100 g finely chopped walnuts
→ Cheesecake Filling
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115 g cream cheese, softened
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30 g powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish (optional)
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Melted dark or milk chocolate, for drizzling
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Extra chopped walnuts, for garnish
# Directions:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Incorporate the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
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Wrap the dough in plastic film and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes to enhance manageability.
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Roll the chilled dough into 2.5 cm balls. Coat each ball thoroughly in chopped walnuts and arrange on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 5 cm apart.
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Press the centre of each ball gently with your thumb or the back of a small spoon to create a well for filling.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are set. The centres may puff up slightly; this is expected. Cool completely on the baking sheet.
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In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Once cookies have cooled, spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture into each thumbprint well.
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Optionally drizzle filled cookies with melted chocolate and sprinkle with extra chopped walnuts. Chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to allow the filling to set before serving.
# Notes:
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For cleaner thumbprints, chill the dough well and press gently to avoid cracking the edges.
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Filling can be piped for a more refined presentation.