Description
Rich, decadent, and packed with the flavors of dark chocolate and sweet cherries, these Black Forest Chocolate Cherry Cookies are inspired by the classic Black Forest cake. With a glossy ganache filling and a burst of cherry in every bite, these cookies are perfect for any special occasion or indulgent treat.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 1/2 cups (188 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 cup (40 g) Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Ganache Filling:
- 5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp (90 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (85 g) cherry preserves
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Scoop the dough into 32 portions using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon. Roll each portion into a ball.
- Create Indentations and Chill:
- Use the back of a 1/4 teaspoon to press an indentation into the center of each ball.
- Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to help them hold their shape during baking.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the chilled cookie dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Re-press the centers while the cookies are still warm and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Make the Ganache Filling:
- Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the cherry preserves until well combined.
- Fill the Cookies:
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of ganache into the center of each cooled cookie.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to set the ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European-inspired