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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Cherry Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Chocolate Cherry Cookies, where rich, fudgy chocolate meets the sweet-tart flavor of cherries. These thumbprint cookies are filled with a luscious chocolate cherry ganache that will impress guests and satisfy your dessert cravings. Perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in—these cookies offer a unique blend of textures and flavors. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create these irresistible treats. So gather your ingredients and prepare to enjoy a cookie that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy; add egg yolks and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Roll dough into balls and make thumbprint indents on each cookie.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes; let cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
  7. Prepare ganache by heating heavy cream and pouring it over chocolate; stir until smooth.
  8. Fill each cooled cookie with ganache and top with cherry preserves.

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