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Gourmet Black Forest Cherry Cookies

Gourmet Black Forest Cherry Cookies That Wow Every Time

Experience the irresistible blend of rich chocolate and cherry flavors in these Gourmet Black Forest Cherry Cookies.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 54 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup soft unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar can be used
  • 1 tbsp vanilla sugar or 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg or replace with flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan option
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder dark cocoa enhances flavor
For the White Chocolate Cream
  • 8 oz white chocolate use white chocolate chips for convenience
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for non-dairy option
For the Cherry Filling
  • 1 cup sieved cherry jam or jelly homemade jam elevates flavor
  • 1 tbsp cherry liqueur optional
For Decoration
  • 4 oz dark or milk chocolate any preferred type can be used
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped dark chocolate no specific substitution necessary

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • saucepan
  • cookie cutter
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, soft unsalted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla sugar, large egg, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped white chocolate in a bowl. Stir until melted and smooth. Refrigerate until firm.
  3. Preheat oven to 160°C for fan oven, or 180°C for conventional. Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness. Cut out circles and create holes in half for a window effect. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely.
  4. Melt dark or milk chocolate, dip window cookies in melted chocolate, and sprinkle with finely chopped chocolate. Let set.
  5. Whip the chilled white chocolate ganache until light and fluffy. Pipe onto each cookie base, fill with cherry jam, and place decorated cookies on top to create sandwich-style treats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for festive gatherings and can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge for longer freshness.

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