White Chocolate-Filled Poppy Seed Cookies 🍪
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 6 1/2 dozen cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins
- Calories: 631.3 per serving
- Rating: 4/5 ⭐️
Description:
Discover the delightful journey of these White Chocolate-Filled Poppy Seed Cookies! 🎉 Inspired by a cherished recipe found in my mother’s treasured Food & Wine cookbook, these cookies became my go-to treat during college days. 📚 Whenever the pressure of exams or papers loomed, these cookies were my source of energy and comfort. 🍪💪
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Butter | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 2 tsp |
| Flour | 2 cups |
| Poppy seeds | 2 tbsp |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp |
| White chocolate | 6 oz |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: 🌡️ Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get ready to bake up some magic!
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Cream Butter and Sugar: 🧈🍚 In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light and smooth. You can use an electric mixer on medium speed for this step.
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Add Vanilla Magic: 🌟 Blend in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until everything is well combined and the aroma of vanilla fills the air.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: 🌾 In a separate bowl, combine the flour, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, stirring until just combined. Watch the magic happen as the dough comes together!
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Shape the Cookies: 🍪 Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Time to get your hands a little messy, but it’s worth it!
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Make Indentations: 👍 Using your thumb or the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a gentle indentation in the center of each cookie ball. This will be the cozy spot for the white chocolate filling.
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Bake to Perfection: 🕒 Pop the cookie sheets into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on them—they’re ready when they’re lightly golden brown.
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Enhance Indentations: 🥄 As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, reinforce the indentations with the spoon handle again. This ensures the perfect pocket for our sweet filling.
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Fill with White Chocolate Love: 💖 While the cookies are still warm and welcoming, fill each indentation with a spoonful of the luscious melted white chocolate. Let it melt into the cookie crevices, creating a heavenly flavor fusion.
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Cool and Enjoy: 😋 Transfer the filled cookies to wire racks to cool slightly. Take in the aroma of freshly baked cookies filling your kitchen—it’s irresistible! Once cooled, these cookies are ready to be devoured.
Tips & Tricks:
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Variation: For a twist, try using dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate. Trust me, it’s a surprisingly delicious alternative that will have your taste buds dancing! 🍫💃
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Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Though, let’s be honest, they probably won’t last that long once your friends and family get a taste! 😄🎉
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Gift Idea: These cookies make fantastic gifts! Package them up in a cute tin or box, tie a ribbon around it, and you have a heartfelt, homemade present that anyone would love to receive. 🎁💝
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Freezing: Yes, you can freeze these cookies! Simply place them in a freezer-safe container or bag with layers of parchment paper between each layer. When you’re ready for a treat, just thaw them at room temperature for a bit, or pop them in the microwave for a warm, gooey delight.
Final Thoughts:
These White Chocolate-Filled Poppy Seed Cookies hold a special place in my heart (and stomach!). 😍🍪 From college study sessions to family gatherings, they’ve never failed to bring smiles and satisfaction. I hope they become a beloved treat in your home too—here’s to baking memories and sweet indulgences! 🌟✨
