Chocolate Joints
Indulge in the decadent charm of Chocolate Joints, a dessert that pairs rich cocoa elegance with a playful twist. These delightful treats feature a buttery, cocoa-infused dough wrapped around a luscious, semi-sweet chocolate ganache filling. Each bite offers a perfect harmony of crisp edges and creamy centers, crowned with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a sophisticated finish. With their unique cylindrical shape and twisted ends, these cookies resemble miniature confections, adding a whimsical touch to your dessert table. Ready in just under 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for chocolate lovers and makes an eye-catching addition to holiday spreads, parties, or any sweet tooth celebration.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 units Egg yolks
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix until the dough starts to come together; you may need to knead it lightly with your hands to form a smooth dough.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll them into balls. Flatten each ball into a 4-inch circle.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Place about 1 teaspoon of the melted chocolate mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the edges over the filling and roll gently to form a cylindrical shape, pinching the seams to seal.
Twist the ends of each cylinder gently to create the appearance of a joint. Place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly dry.
Remove the chocolate joints from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use a fine-mesh sieve to dust the chocolate joints with powdered sugar for a finishing touch. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
