Holiday Chocolate Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 1/2 cups (195g) plain flour.
02 - 1/2 cup (50g) cocoa powder, processed with alkali.
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
04 - 1 large egg yolk.
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
06 - 3/4 cup (170g) butter, softened.
07 - 1 cup (200g) white sugar.
08 - 1 whole egg.
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
11 - 75g (1/3 cup) rich cream.
12 - 150g semi-sweet chocolate chunks.

# Instructions:

01 - Mix sugar and butter on high until light and airy, about 2 mins. Toss in eggs plus vanilla, then whip again till integrated.
02 - Stir together salt, soda, powder, flour, and cocoa. Slowly mix into the wet until dough forms.
03 - Scoop about 1-inch (25g) bits. Roll into rounds, then press thumb-sized dents using a teaspoon.
04 - Pop cookie balls in the fridge for 30 minutes. Heat your oven to 375°F while waiting.
05 - Bake 9 to 11 mins. While still hot, gently press dents again, if needed.
06 - Heat the cream until hot and pour it over chocolate. Let it rest for 5 mins and stir till glossy.
07 - Add ganache to cookie centers and let cool 30 mins. Sprinkle extras if you want.

# Notes:

01 - Yields around 26 cookies.
02 - Store at room temp for 2-3 days.
03 - Add crushed dried fruits as a topping for flair.

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