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Black Forest Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Black Forest Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Black Forest Thumbprint Cookies combine fudgy chocolate cookie bases with luscious cherry preserves in the center, then finish with a dusting of powdered sugar. Inspired by the flavors of the classic Black Forest cake, these cookies are irresistible for chocolate and cherry lovers alike, making them perfect for holidays, sharing, or a sweet treat any day.

Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Cookie Dough:

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (55g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Filling & Finishing:

  • 1/4 cup cherry preserves
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Egg Yolk and Vanilla: Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until well incorporated. The egg yolk adds richness and helps bind the dough.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening and cocoa.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a cohesive dough forms. The dough should hold together and be fudgy but not sticky.
  6. Shape Cookies: Scoop out 1-inch balls of dough and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Leave room for slight spreading.
  7. Create Thumbprints: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each dough ball to form a well for the cherry preserves.
  8. Add Cherry Preserves: Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of cherry preserves. Do not overfill, as the preserves may spread while baking.
  9. Bake: Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cookies look set but are still soft in the center.
  10. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set without breaking.
  11. Finish with Powdered Sugar: Once the cookies are fully cooled, lightly dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant and classic finish.

Notes

  • If your cherry preserves are chunky, you can chop larger pieces for easier filling.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • Try swapping cherry preserves for raspberry or strawberry for a flavor twist.
  • If the dough is too soft to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before shaping.
  • For extra chocolate flavor, add mini chocolate chips to the dough before shaping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/black-forest-thumbprint-cookies-recipe/