CHEWY CHOCOLATE SNOWCAPS

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Dense and rich with the flavor of toasted pecans and dark chocolate, these cookies evoke brownies or fudge. They are made with egg whites for leavening and contain no flour, so they are a great gluten-free alternative. The batter comes together fast, although it will seem like the egg whites can't possibly provide enough moisture. Just keep stirring with a strong spoon and a very thick batter will quickly materialize.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups/300 grams confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup/90 grams dark cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon/6 grams kosher salt
5 ounces/135 grams 72 percent chocolate, preferably with nibs, chopped
1 1/2 cups/135 grams chopped, toasted pecans
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/2 cup/100 grams sugar cubes, crushed, for the tops

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. Whisk together sugar, cocoa and salt. Stir in chocolate and pecans. Beat egg whites until slightly stiff, then stir into chocolate mixture until just until incorporated. (Do not overmix.) You can use a stand mixer on low or a sturdy spoon and a large bowl.
  • Crush sugar cubes and place in a shallow bowl. Using a small ice cream scoop or a melon baller, spoon up dough to create a scoop about the size of a golf ball. Lightly dip the top of the cookie into the sugar and then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake until cookie tops are dry and crackled, about 12 to 15 minutes. Rotate sheets if using more than 1 at a time. The cookies should be dry and crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside and capped with a nice sprinkling of chunky sugar.
  • Transfer sheets to wire racks and let cookies cool completely. Can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 87 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams

Sami Noman
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I'm giving this recipe one star because I can't give it zero stars.


The role play Family
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I'm so disappointed with this recipe. I was really looking forward to making these cookies.


Vaughn Geisendorf
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These cookies were a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend this recipe.


Amaechi Okoroafor
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but these cookies turned out terrible. They were hard and dry.


Savanne
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Overall, I thought these cookies were just okay. I wouldn't make them again.


Nombuso Khumalo
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These cookies are a bit too crumbly. I think I need to use a different type of flour.


SHAFIQ AHMAD Ahmad
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The chocolate filling was too runny. I think I used the wrong type of chocolate.


Hisham Abu Al Hassan
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The cookies were a bit dry. I think I overbaked them. I'll try baking them for less time next time.


Danuka Suresh
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Juan Ortiz
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I love that these cookies can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy holiday seasons.


Olayinka Olawale
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and they always impress my guests.


adreinna
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I've tried other recipes for Chewy Chocolate Snowcaps, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are always perfect.


Shatho Bakwinya
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help me. They're a great way to get the whole family involved in the holiday baking.


Ayanda Leeigh
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I love the combination of the chewy cookie and the creamy chocolate filling. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Gautam Yadav
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Majeda Akther
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These Chewy Chocolate Snowcaps were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved them.