Cocoa Cream Cookies

Cocoa cream cookies - a delicious and elegant choice for festive meals! These cookies are not only small and appetizing but also extremely easy to serve. They require no utensils, making them perfect for any occasion, from parties to family gatherings. Today, I will guide you step by step in preparing these treats, and by the end, you will have a true delicacy on your plate.

Total preparation time: 2 hours (including cooling time)
Number of servings: 30 cookies

Ingredients

For the dough:
- 2 large eggs
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 150 g powdered sugar
- 110 g almond flour
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 100 g soft butter (at room temperature)
- Flour as needed (approximately 100-150 g)

For the cocoa cream:
- 200 g soft butter (at room temperature)
- 1 coffee essence
- 75 g powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons high-quality cocoa

A bit of history

Cocoa cream cookies have an interesting story, born from a failed attempt to make macarons. This recipe reminds us that sometimes the best things come from mistakes. They offer a delicious combination of textures, with a crispy exterior and a smooth cream that makes each bite an explosion of flavor.

Step by step

Step 1: Preparing the dough
1. In a large bowl, start by beating the two eggs with the granulated sugar. Use a mixer at medium speed until the mixture becomes frothy and light in color. This is the moment when patience is essential to achieve a perfect base for the cookies.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to mix. It is important to have a good mixer here, as you need to achieve a fine consistency without crystals.
3. Sift the almond flour and add it to the mixture. Gently fold with a spatula, using up-and-down motions to avoid losing air in the dough.
4. Incorporate the peanut butter and soft butter, mixing again with the spatula.
5. Finally, gradually add the flour until you obtain a smooth and manageable dough. Flour is an ingredient that should be added carefully, so make sure not to add too much.

Step 2: Chilling the dough
1. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This step is crucial to allow the butter to firm up, which will help in forming the cookies.

Step 3: Shaping and baking the cookies
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, preparing to shape the cookies.
2. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and form balls the size of walnuts, placing them on the prepared tray, leaving enough space between them to expand while baking.
3. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes until they become slightly golden at the edges. Check them with a toothpick; if it comes out clean, they are done.

Step 4: Making the cocoa cream
1. In a separate bowl, beat the soft butter with the powdered sugar until it becomes a creamy and fluffy mixture.
2. Add the coffee essence and cocoa, continuing to mix until everything is well combined.

Step 5: Assembly
1. Once the cookies are completely cooled, decorate each cookie with a generous layer of cocoa cream, using either a spatula or a piping bag.
2. Arrange the cookies on a platter and refrigerate for another 30 minutes for the cream to set.

Serving and pairing suggestions
Cocoa cream cookies are served cold on special platters, ideally alongside a cup of aromatic coffee or fine tea. They are perfect to accompany a sweet wine or even champagne, adding a touch of elegance to any festive meal.

Useful tips
- Powdered sugar: Make sure it is of good quality, as it will influence the texture of the cream.
- Cocoa: Choose high-quality cocoa for an intense and rich flavor.
- Vegan option: You can replace the butter with vegan margarine and the eggs with a mixture of chia seeds and water (1 tablespoon of chia seeds + 3 tablespoons of water = one egg).
- Decoration: For a special look, you can add chocolate flakes or ground nuts on top of the cream.

Calories and nutritional benefits
This cocoa cream cookie recipe has approximately 120 calories per cookie, depending on the serving size. The cookie is a good source of carbohydrates and healthy fats due to the butter and peanut butter, providing quick energy. Additionally, almond flour provides protein and fiber, making it a healthier choice compared to other desserts.

Frequently asked questions
- Can I replace almond flour?: Yes, you can use almond meal, but the texture will be different.
- Can the cookies be frozen?: Yes, you can freeze the cookies without cream. After thawing, add the cream.
- How can I make the cream less sweet?: You can reduce the amount of powdered sugar in the cream or add a tangy ingredient, such as Greek yogurt.

Now that you have all the necessary information to prepare these cocoa cream cookies, all that's left is to put on your apron and start cooking. Whether you prepare them for a special occasion or just to treat yourself, these cookies will bring smiles to everyone's faces! Enjoy!

 Ingredients: For the dough we need: -2 eggs -50 g granulated sugar -150 g powdered sugar -110 g almond flour -2 tablespoons peanut butter -100 g soft butter -flour as needed For the cream we need: -200 g soft butter -1 coffee essence -75 g powdered sugar -3-4 tablespoons good quality cocoa

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