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Exploring the rich flavors of the classic Black Forest dessert, these Black Forest Bliss Cookies combine the delightful elements of chocolate, cherries, and the optional crunch of walnuts. The allure of chocolate and cherries has captured hearts for decades, and these cookies encapsulate that essence with an easy-to-bake recipe. The addition of dried cherries introduces a sweet, fruity note, perfectly balancing the rich cocoa flavor, while walnuts can add an enjoyable crunch if you choose to include them.
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Black Forest Bliss Cookies Recipe for a Festive Treat

These festive cookies combine rich chocolate and tart cherries for a delightful holiday treat. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a warm beverage.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword baking, cherries, chocolate, Christmas, cookies, dessert, holiday
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup dried cherries or sweetened dried tart cherries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips, dried cherries, and walnuts if using.
  • Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and the tops are slightly crackled.
  • Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.