Chocolate Hazelnut Delight Cookies
These irresistible cookies bring together the crunch of hazelnuts and the richness of chocolate, all wrapped in a buttery dough. Perfect for any occasion when you’re craving something sweet and nutty!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- ¾ cup 75 g nondairy butter
- ½ cup 96 g Sucanat
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure hazelnut extract
- 1 teaspoon pure chocolate extract
- 1 cup 120 g whole wheat pastry flour
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons 26 g hazelnuts, halved
- ¼ cup 44 g nondairy semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons plain soy or other nondairy milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla, hazelnut, and chocolate extracts.
- Add the flour, salt, and baking powder to the mixture and beat until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl once during the process.
- Add the hazelnuts and chocolate chips, mixing with the electric mixer.
- Gradually add the soy milk until the dough is moist enough to stick together when pinched.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, about 1½ tablespoons (32 g) each.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch (2.
- 5 cm) apart.
- Flatten the dough slightly as it won’t spread much during baking.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Pair with a cup of dairy-free milk or enjoy alongside a rich cup of coffee for the perfect treat.
Wine Advice:
Try a light red wine, such as Pinot Noir, or a dessert wine like Muscat.
Nutrition values
Calories: 145 kcal | Carbohydrates: 17 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 6 g