Description
Indulge in decadent Black Forest cookies These irresistible treats combine rich chocolate with luscious flavors for the ultimate dessert experience
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt½ cup granulated sugar½ cup brown sugar½ cup unsalted butter (softened)1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup dried cherries (or tart cherries if available)½ cup whipped cream (optional for frosting)Chocolate chips (optional)Walnuts or pecans (optional)Shaved chocolate (for garnish)Fresh cherries (for garnish)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy and light in color.Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.Gently fold in the dried or tart cherries until evenly distributed.Using a cookie scoop or two tablespoons, drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.If desired, whip the cream until soft peaks form and pipe it onto the cooled cookies. Top with shaved chocolate or a fresh cherry. - Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 calories
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 22 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
