Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Black Forest Cookies, a heavenly combination of rich chocolate and tangy cherries. Inspired by the classic Black Forest cake, these cookies feature a soft, chewy texture that will satisfy any dessert lover’s cravings. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, they are easy to make and can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these decadent treats that are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with ice cream for an extra special touch!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, adding vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Fold in chocolate chips and dried cherries.
- Drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg