Ruby Chocolate Langues de Chat

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the granulated sugar and stir until dissolved.

   Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the mixture reaches 115 degrees Celsius (245 degrees Fahrenheit) on a candy thermometer.

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly. Add the egg whites and mix until well combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Sift the flour and salt into a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the saucepan, mixing until a dough forms.

   Tip: Avoid overmixing.

6. 6

   Add the hazelnuts and ruby chocolate chips to the dough. Mix until well combined.

   Tip: Fold the mixture gently to avoid crushing the nuts.

7. 7

   Roll out the dough to a thickness of 3mm (1/8 inch). Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter.

8. 8

   Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

   Tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time.

9. 9

   Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

   Tip: Serve with a dusting of confectioner's sugar, if desired.

10. 10

    To make the ganache, melt the ruby chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring between each interval.

    Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.

11. 11

    Drizzle the ganache over the cooled cookies.

    Tip: Let the ganache set before serving.