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Chocolate Hazelnut Domes

Dusted with powdered sugar, these nut-rich cookies look like snow-capped mountains. Prep and Cook Time: 45 minutes.

Chocolate Hazelnut Domes




Leigh Beisch
 12 ounces good-quality bittersweet chocolate
 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
 2 cups granulated sugar
 2 eggs
 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 2 cups all-purpose flour
 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 3/4 cup rolled oats
 1 1/2 cups toasted hazelnuts, finely ground
 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Step 1
1

Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave or double boiler, melt chocolate.

Step 2
2

In a large bowl, cream butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and melted chocolate and beat to combine. Add flour, soda, and salt. Stir in oats and hazelnuts.

Step 3
3

Break off small pieces of dough, roll into 1 1/2-in. balls, and arrange on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until puffed, about 9 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack and sift powdered sugar over cookies.

Step 4
4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per cookie.

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182Calories from Fat 46
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g15%

Saturated Fat 3.7g19%
Cholesterol 19mg7%
Sodium 80mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Protein 2.6g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.