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Chocolate Chip Tea Cakes

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These Chocolate Chip Tea Cakes are the ultimate comfort food, combining a tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookie base with rich chocolate chips and crunchy nuts. The dough is simple to mix, resulting in soft, cake-like bites that hold their shape perfectly. The real magic happens with the homemade chocolate drizzle; melting the remaining morsels creates a glossy, decadent topping that sets into a delicate shell. They are perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gift boxes, or simply satisfying a sweet craving. With just a few pantry staples, you can bake up a batch of these irresistible treats that feel both nostalgic and indulgent.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 1642.5
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Chocolate Chip Tea Cakes are the ultimate comfort food, combining a tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookie base with rich chocolate chips and crunchy nuts. The dough is simple to mix, resulting in soft, cake-like bites that hold their shape perfectly. The real magic happens with the homemade chocolate drizzle; melting the remaining morsels creates a glossy, decadent topping that sets into a delicate shell. They are perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gift boxes, or simply satisfying a sweet craving. With just a few pantry staples, you can bake up a batch of these irresistible treats that feel both nostalgic and indulgent.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Butter; softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar; sifted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup Nuts; finally chopped
  • 2 cup Nestle chocolate morsals;
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sifted powdered sugar until light and creamy.
  3. 3
    Beat in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. 4
    Gradually beat in the all-purpose flour and chopped nuts until a soft dough forms.
  5. 5
    Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate morsels by hand.
  6. 6
    Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. 7
    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bottoms are light golden brown and the centers are set.
  8. 8
    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. 9
    Meanwhile, place the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate morsels in a heavy-duty plastic bag.
  10. 10
    Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then knead the bag gently to distribute the heat.
  11. 11
    Continue microwaving in 10-to-20-second intervals, kneading after each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
  12. 12
    Cut a tiny corner off the bag and squeeze to drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
  13. 13
    Chill the cookies for about 5 minutes to allow the chocolate drizzle to set.
  14. 14
    Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1642.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 85.8g132%
Saturated Fat 52.4g262%
Cholesterol 129.0mg43%
Sodium 417.7mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 192.2g65%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g66%
Sugars 85.6g
Protein 18.5g37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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