Chocolate Cookies (I)

To prepare these delicious chocolate cookies, start by sifting the flour, baking powder, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt into a large bowl. This step is essential for achieving a fine and homogeneous texture, so do not skip it. Once the dry ingredients are well mixed, add the soft butter cut into cubes. Using your fingertips or a mixer, combine the butter with the dry ingredients until you achieve a sandy mixture. Next, add the egg yolks and powdered sugar. Knead the dough well until it becomes smooth and homogeneous. It is important not to over-knead, as this will result in a texture that is too dense.

Once the dough is ready, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time will allow the ingredients to combine perfectly and will make shaping the cookies easier. After the time has passed, divide the dough into small pieces, each weighing about 14-15 g. Shape each piece into a ball, ensuring they are all of uniform size for even baking.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Roll each ball halfway in granulated sugar, so that one side is covered with a sweet crust. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, with the sugared side facing up, for an attractive presentation. Using a thimble or your finger, make an indentation in each ball, which will later be filled with chocolate.

Put the tray in the oven and bake the cookies for about 15 minutes or until they are slightly firm to the touch. Once the time has elapsed, let them sit on the tray for 5 minutes to cool slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

In another bowl, melt the chocolate in a double boiler, stirring constantly together with the whipping cream or, alternatively, with milk, until you achieve a smooth and shiny mixture. This chocolate filling will give the cookies a decadent taste. Fill each indentation made earlier with warm chocolate, being careful not to overfill to avoid spills. Let the cookies cool completely, and the chocolate will harden, forming a delicious crust.

Serve these cookies on a platter, possibly alongside other types of cookies or pastries to create an attractive arrangement. These chocolate cookies are perfect for serving at a party, a relaxing afternoon, or any other special occasion. Enjoy every bite!

 Ingredients: For 35 pieces: -150 g flour -125 g butter at room temperature -40 g starch -80 g powdered sugar -2 tablespoons cocoa -1/2 teaspoon baking powder -a pinch of salt -2 egg yolks Filling: -150 g high-quality chocolate -1 tablespoon cream for whipping or milk For decoration: - 4-5 tablespoons granulated sugar

 Tags:  milk unt flour sour cream sugar chocolate cocoa christmas and new year's recipes vegetarian recipes recipes for children cookies fructose-free recipes