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Black Forest Christmas Cookies

Delight in Homemade Black Forest Christmas Cookies Today

These Black Forest Christmas Cookies blend rich chocolate with a sweet cherry surprise, perfect for the holiday season.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Course Cookies
Cuisine German
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Butter, softened for that rich, creamy base
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar to sweeten your dough perfectly
  • 2 large Eggs for binding and moisture in the cookies
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract for a warm flavor boost
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour to create a soft and sturdy structure
  • 0.75 cups Cocoa powder to add that decadent chocolate richness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder for a light texture
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda for a bit of lift
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt to enhance all the flavors

For the Decoration

  • 1 cup Cherry preserves for a sweet and fruity surprise in every bite
  • 1 cup Heavy cream, whipped for a luscious topping
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar to sweeten the cream and stabilize it
  • Dark chocolate shavings for decoration

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened butter and 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Incorporate 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until a soft dough forms.
  • Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place on baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft. Let cool on the baking sheet.
  • In a clean bowl, whip together 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread a tablespoon of cherry preserves on each cookie, top with whipped cream, and finish with dark chocolate shavings.
  • Arrange on a platter and serve.

Notes

These cookies are crowd-pleasers perfect for holiday gatherings. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Black Forest Christmas Cookies, cherry cookies, chocolate cookies, Festive Baking, holiday treats, homemade cookies
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