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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Cherry Cookies
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Indulge in the deliciousness of Chocolate Cherry Cookies, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and sweet cherries nestled in fudgy thumbprint cookies. These delightful treats are enhanced with a luscious chocolate cherry ganache, creating an elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to romantic celebrations like Valentine’s Day. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies will impress your family and friends with their decadent flavors and stunning presentation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup cherry preserves
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until fluffy. Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Scoop small balls of dough onto prepared sheets and create thumbprint indentations.
  5. Bake for about 10 minutes; cool on racks.
  6. For the ganache, melt chocolate with heavy cream over low heat until smooth; cool slightly before filling cookies. Top with cherry preserves.

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Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Substitute cherry preserves with other fruit options like raspberry if desired.

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