M&M and Nutella Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies are believed to have originated in Sweden and are traditionally filled with jam. This variation adds a delicious twist with the combination of M&M candies and Nutella.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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M&M and Nutella Thumbprint Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• as desired M&M candies
• as desired Nutella

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie with your thumb.
7. Fill each indentation with a small amount of Nutella.
8. Top each cookie with M&M candies.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 15g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.