Black Forest Thumbprint Cookies

Indulge in the decadence of Black Forest Thumbprint Cookies, a delightful twist on the classic German dessert. These rich, chocolatey cookies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture, thanks to buttery cocoa-infused dough, paired with a luscious cherry preserves filling that delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Each cookie is elegantly finished with a drizzle of silky semi-sweet chocolate ganache for an irresistible touch of elegance. Perfect for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or a treat-yourself moment, these cookies require just 20 minutes of prep time and bake to perfection in under 15 minutes. With the flavors of chocolate, cherries, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe is ideal for lovers of Black Forest cake in bite-sized form! Keywords: Black Forest cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate cherry cookies, easy thumbprint cookies, chocolate ganache drizzle.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup cherry preserves (or cherry jam)
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each cookie. Be careful not to press all the way through.

Step 8

Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of cherry preserves.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cookies are cooling, make the chocolate drizzle. Place the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second increments, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies using a spoon or a piping bag.

Step 12

Allow the chocolate to set before serving. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2930.6

Total Fat 123.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 216mg	0%
Sodium 644.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 495.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.6g	0%
Total Sugars 258.2g
Protein 48.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197.8mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 2089.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 60.4%