Black Forest Cookies
Black Forest Cookies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and tart cherries, inspired by the iconic German dessert. With a soft, chewy texture, these cookies evoke comforting memories of cozy afternoons spent baking. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying on a quiet night in, they are easy to whip up and endlessly customizable for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup dried cherries or cherry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in dried cherries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Allow cooling before enjoying your delicious cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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