These decadent Rolo cookies are the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream. Featuring a rich cocoa dough wrapped around a warm, melting caramel center, they offer a perfect balance of textures. The exterior is lightly coated in a crunchy mixture of chopped nuts and sugar, providing a delightful contrast to the soft, chewy cookie and the smooth, sweet caramel inside. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply as an indulgent treat with afternoon coffee. While rich, they are surprisingly easy to assemble and bake, making them a favorite among home bakers who love classic chocolate and caramel combinations.
Rolo Cookies
Description
These decadent Rolo cookies are the ultimate chocolate lover's dream. Featuring a rich cocoa dough wrapped around a warm, melting caramel center, they offer a perfect balance of textures. The exterior is lightly coated in a crunchy mixture of chopped nuts and sugar, providing a delightful contrast to the soft, chewy cookie and the smooth, sweet caramel inside. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply as an indulgent treat with afternoon coffee. While rich, they are surprisingly easy to assemble and bake, making them a favorite among home bakers who love classic chocolate and caramel combinations.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
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In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter (or margarine), brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1/2 cup of the chopped nuts.
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In a small shallow dish, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (ground finely if desired) with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
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Shape about 1 tablespoon of dough around each Rolo candy, ensuring the candy is completely covered and formed into a smooth ball.
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Roll each ball in the nut-sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat one side.
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Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets, nut-side up, spaced 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set and slightly cracked on top.
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Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1919.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 91.0g140%
- Saturated Fat 21.1g106%
- Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
- Sodium 700.1mg30%
- Total Carbohydrate 269.5g90%
- Dietary Fiber 23.7g95%
- Sugars 122.3g
- Protein 36.9g74%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze wrapped cookies for up to 3 months.
Variations: You can use pecans, walnuts, or almonds for the nut coating. For a richer flavor, substitute half the butter with cocoa butter.
Tip: If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before shaping. This makes it easier to wrap around the Rolos.
Ingredient Note: Ensure the Rolos are unwrapped before shaping the dough around them.
