Indulge in the rich flavors of these Nutty Sables, a delightful creation that combines the crunchiness of hazelnuts with the melt-in-your-mouth gooiness of chocolate spread. Each cookie is a blend of savory and sweet, featuring a crispy outer layer with a decadently soft, chocolaty center.
Why You'll Love This:
These cookies are perfect for anyone who craves a balance of textures and flavors. The combination of demi-salted butter, maple syrup, and praline gives a unique taste that complements the hazelnut flour, creating a complex flavor profile that's addictive. The surprise chocolate center adds a luxurious touch that makes these cookies a gourmet treat.
Perfect Occasion:
Nutty Sables are excellent for coffee breaks, tea time, or as an elegant dessert at dinner parties. They're also great for gifting during holidays or special occasions, charming everyone with their sophisticated flavor and delightful surprise inside.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra touch of elegance, dust the cookies with a bit of powdered sugar or drizzle them with melted chocolate. You can also top them with a whole hazelnut before baking for a beautiful and tasty garnish.
Ingredients:
- 80g demi-salted butter
- 70g sugar
- 50g maple syrup
- 80g praline
- 1 egg
- 240g flour
- 40g hazelnut powder
- 3g baking soda
- Chocolate spread (for filling)
Instructions:
- Start by freezing small dollops of chocolate spread on a tray, each about a teaspoon in size. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, maple syrup, butter, and praline. Mix until smooth.
- Beat in the egg to the sugar mixture.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, and hazelnut powder. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring to form a consistent dough.
- Take about 80g of dough, flatten it slightly, and place a frozen chocolate spread dollop in the center. Wrap the dough around the chocolate to completely encase it. Repeat with the remaining dough and chocolate dollops.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Place the filled dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they have space to spread.
- Bake for 14 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cookies are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the tray before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these exquisite Nutty Sables, a perfect blend of crunchy, gooey, and utterly delightful flavors that will leave you wanting more!
