Condensed Milk, Hazelnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookies
Category: Desserts
Yield: 32 cookies
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chocolate chips | 120g |
| Chopped hazelnuts | 80g |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 350g |
| Condensed milk | 170g |
| Butter (cold, cubed) | 225g |
| Powdered sugar | 150g |
| Vanilla bean | 1 pod |
| Salt | A pinch |
Instructions
To create the perfect batch of Condensed Milk, Hazelnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookies, start by preparing the “sablage” (crumbly dough):
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Prepare the Sabbiatura (Crumbly Dough):
Sift the flour into the bowl of a food processor. Add the cold butter, cut into small cubes. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. -
Vanilla Preparation:
Take the vanilla pod, slice it lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife. Add the vanilla seeds to the flour and butter mixture. -
Combine the Ingredients:
Turn the crumbly mixture out onto a clean work surface, and form a well in the center. Pour the condensed milk into the center of the well. -
Add Hazelnuts and Chocolate Chips:
Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts and most of the chocolate chips into the dough mixture. Set aside a small portion of the chocolate chips to decorate the cookies later. -
Bring It All Together:
Using your hands, quickly mix and knead the dough until everything is combined. Be careful not to overwork the dough, just enough to bring it together into a dough ball. -
Shape the Dough:
Divide the dough into four portions. Roll each portion into a 15 cm log. Wrap each log tightly with plastic wrap, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper. Place the logs on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up. -
Slice the Logs:
After the chilling time, remove the dough logs from the refrigerator. Using a sharp knife, slice each log into pieces about 2-3 cm thick, with each piece weighing roughly 33 grams. -
Add Chocolate Chips for Decoration:
Place the reserved chocolate chips on top of each cookie, pressing them lightly into the dough to ensure they stick. -
Bake the Cookies:
Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake in a preheated oven at 180ยฐC (350ยฐF) for about 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges. -
Cool and Serve:
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Serve these delightful Condensed Milk, Hazelnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk, or enjoy them as an indulgent treat on their own.
These cookies bring together the sweet richness of condensed milk, the nutty crunch of hazelnuts, and the indulgence of chocolate chips in every bite. Whether for a holiday treat or a daily snack, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends!
