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Hazelnut Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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Crisp and nutty hazelnut cookies joined by a rich dark chocolate ganache, these Italian-inspired treats are delicate, bite-sized, and absolutely irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (140g) hazelnuts, toasted and skinned
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 oz (85g) dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse hazelnuts until finely ground.
  3. In a medium bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract, salt, ground hazelnuts, and flour until a dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into 1/2-inch balls and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
  7. For the filling, melt chocolate and cream together in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Let it cool until thickened but still spreadable.
  8. Sandwich a small amount of chocolate between two cookies and press gently to secure.
  9. Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until firm.

Notes

  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Let ganache thicken slightly before sandwiching to avoid it dripping out.
  • Use good-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.

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Keywords: hazelnut cookies, chocolate sandwich cookies, Italian cookies, holiday cookies, ganache filling

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