Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Fudgy Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, Dutch-process cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt until combined.
- In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolks and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just mixed.
- Scoop dough into 32 equal balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, indenting each ball.
- Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) while dough chills.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, checking for a set exterior.
- In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Once cookies are cooled, spoon ganache into each indent.
- Chill filled cookies in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to set.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, chill the dough and use quality ingredients for the ganache.
