Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Indulgent Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies recipe
in Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

12-15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 2/3 cups dried tart cherries , coarsely chopped
1/2 cup kirsch ( it will be sweeter with the liqueur ) or 1/2 cup cherry flavored liqueur ( it will be sweeter with the liqueur )
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar , packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 large eggs
3 cups bittersweet chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
273
Sugar
21g
Fat
15g
These Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies are a unique twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie. Inspired by the German dessert, Black Forest Cake, these cookies are chewy and rich in flavor with bursts of tart cherries and bittersweet chocolate chips. Perfect for a cozy winter night in, or as an indulgent treat for a special event, these cookies are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. The Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies are perfect for anyone who loves chocolate and cherries.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.In a small saucepan, heat cherries and kirsch over low heat, stirring occasionally, until cherries have absorbed most of the liquid. Set aside to cool.
3.In a medium-sized bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.
4.In another bowl, beat butter until creamy then add granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and almond extract until it's light and fluffy.
5.Add eggs, one at a time, until just combined.
6.Slowly mix in flour mixture until just combined, then fold in chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
7.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop cookies onto the sheet with a spoon, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
8.Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden-brown. Cool on the sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These Black Forest cookies are sinfully indulgent and perfect for chocolate lovers.
With the addition of tart cherries, the cookies have a balanced sweetness.
Easy and quick to make, they are perfect for a dessert treat.

CONS

Due to the high amount of butter and chocolate chips, these cookies are high in calories and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest cookie option, the tart cherries in this recipe have been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in post-workout recovery. Additionally, dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants.

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