Black Forest Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cunsalted butter
softened, 1/2 stick
- ¾ cbrown sugar
- 1 largeegg
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ call purpose flour
- ¼ cunsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ¼ tspsalt
- ½ cdrained & finely chopped maraschino cherries
plus extra for garnish
- ¾ csemi-sweet chocolate chips
plus extra for garnish
- to top the cookies: additional chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350º F.
- 2
In a mixing bowl beat the butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer for 1 minute, or until combined. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, beat again.
- 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing by hand with a spatula. The batter will be thick.
- 4
Drain and finely chop the maraschino cherries. Be sure to pat the cherries to absorb as much excess liquid as possible. Add in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips, mixing with a spatula until combined.
- 5
Use a cookie scoop to drop dough balls onto a silicone lined baking sheet. Press additional maraschino cherry pieces and chocolate chips all around the outside of the dough balls.
- 6
Bake for 13-15 minutes.
- 7
Allow the cookies to cool to the touch on the baking sheet (about 15 minutes) then move them to a cooling rack.
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About this Recipe
Craving a delightful dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate and sweet cherry flavors? These Black Forest Cookies deliver that classic combination in a wonderfully soft and chewy bite, bringing the essence of a beloved cake into a convenient cookie form. Get ready to experience a truly satisfying treat that's both elegant and utterly comforting.
Why These Black Forest Cookies Are a Must-Make
This recipe shines by expertly combining the comforting texture of a classic cookie with the sophisticated taste profile of black forest cake. The key lies in the thoughtful integration of ingredients: finely chopped drained maraschino cherries are distributed throughout the dough, ensuring a vibrant burst of fruit in every bite, perfectly balanced by plenty of semi-sweet chocolate chips. This careful composition prevents the cookies from becoming overly sweet or one-note, making them stand out from standard chocolate chip variations.
What to Expect from Your Black Forest Cookies
Prepare for a truly indulgent cookie experience. You'll find a deep, rich chocolate base, thanks to the quality cocoa powder, beautifully complemented by the bright, sweet-tart notes of maraschino cherries. The texture is consistently soft and delightfully chewy, with the occasional delightful melt of a semi-sweet chocolate chip. Each cookie is a compact burst of flavor, offering a harmonious blend of fruit and cocoa that's both familiar and exciting. They’re a naturally appealing dessert, designed to be irresistible.
Customization & Serving Suggestions
While this Black Forest Cookie recipe excels as written, it's easy to personalize to your preferences. If you desire an even deeper chocolate experience, consider swapping a portion of the semi-sweet chips for dark chocolate chips. For a touch more elegance, you can drizzle cooled cookies with melted white chocolate or sprinkle them with finely chopped toasted nuts, though a simple garnish of extra chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips, as suggested, is always a beautiful finish.
These appealing Black Forest Cookies are an ideal dessert for any occasion, from a cozy evening at home to a festive holiday gathering. They make a fantastic addition to a cookie platter, a thoughtful homemade gift, or a satisfying treat enjoyed simply with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee.