Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our decadent dark chocolate cookies, masterfully crafted to tantalize your taste buds. These cookies are a harmonious blend of rich, velvety dark chocolate and tangy, luscious sour cherries, creating a delightful contrast that will leave you craving more. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, with a chewy texture that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our carefully curated collection of recipes will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats. From the classic dark chocolate cookie recipe to variations that incorporate nuts, spices, and even a gluten-free option, we've got something for everyone. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds singing.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
DARK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These are the ultimate chocolate cookies. Yes, it's a bold claim, but with dark chocolate mixed in at three different steps-we'll stand behind it. First, bittersweet chocolate chips (60 percent cacao-the real plant from which chocolate is made) get melted into the butter. Then a flour mixture featuring Hershey's™ Special Dark™ cocoa powder-100 percent cacao-gets added. Finally, another 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips get stirred into the dough before baking, so every bite you take is bursting with melt-in-your-mouth bittersweet bursts. To keep all that deep, rich flavor balanced, cookies get rolled in granulated sugar before baking for a little extra sweetness and sparkle! Serve cookies with a tall glass of cold milk, and if that's not enough to satisfy your chocolate craving, nothing will be!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; set aside.
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat butter and 1 cup of the chocolate chips over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted. Remove from heat; stir in 1 cup of the sugar. Pour into large bowl. Beat in eggs with spoon one at a time until blended. Beat in vanilla. Stir in flour mixture until well blended. Stir in remaining chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Shape dough into 50 (1 1/4 -inch) balls. Lightly butter hands if dough is sticky when shaping into balls. In small bowl, place remaining 1/2 cup sugar. Roll balls in sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets; flatten slightly. Discard sugar after rolling balls.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are set. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, at least 20 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g
DARK CHOCOLATE COOKIES WITH SOUR CHERRIES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until well combined. Add the flour mixture, and beat on low speed until just combined. Do not overbeat. With a wooden spoon, fold in chocolate and cherries. (Dough can be frozen at this point, wrapped well in plastic, up to 1 month; thaw completely before baking.)
- Form balls of dough, each about 1/4 cup; place balls on prepared baking sheets about 3 inches apart. Bake until puffed and cracked, 9 to 11 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
DARK CHOCOLATE CHERRY BISCOTTI
When it comes to chocolate, we don't mess around! Our Dark Chocolate Cherry Biscotti are wildly flavorful and don't skimp on the dark chocolate or dried cherries. But we didn't stop there; this chocolate cherry biscotti recipe just isn't complete without a last, lush drizzle of vanilla on top. They're (almost) too pretty to eat! You'll love dipping this chocolate cherry biscotti in some hot cocoa or coffee; it's a sweet little indulgence you can enjoy any day of the week. Dark Chocolate Cherry Biscotti also make for a great present! Pop a few in a clear bag, tie it with ribbon and voilà, the perfect gift! But don't give them all away; make sure to save a few for yourself. You deserve it!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h45m
Yield 69
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line 18x13-inch baking sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- In medium bowl, mix flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt.
- In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed about 3 minutes or until creamy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and cherries. Divide dough into thirds on lightly floured surface. Lightly flour hands, and shape each piece of dough into 12-inch long log. Place logs on baking sheet, 4 inches apart. Press down gently to flatten to 2 inches wide.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until set, but still slightly soft. Place baking sheet on cooling rack; cool completely, about 1 hour. Transfer to cutting board and, with serrated knife, cut logs crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices cut side down on ungreased large cookie sheets, 1/2 inch apart.
- Bake 10 minutes. Turn cookies over; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until tops are dry. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave vanilla baking chips and shortening uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds, stirring after 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Transfer melted chips to small resealable food-storage plastic bag; cut small corner from one end of bag. Drizzle over biscotti. Let stand until drizzle is set, about 30 minutes.
- Store in tightly covered container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
CHERRY-CHOCOLATE OATMEAL COOKIES
My kids love making these home-style cookies. They're so wonderful when warm. -Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, cherries and chocolate chips., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 9-11 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on pans 1 minute. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. A chocolate content of 70% or higher is ideal.
- Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients blend together more easily and result in a smoother cookie.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This will help them firm up and develop their full flavor.
Conclusion:
These dark chocolate cookies with sour cherries are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual gathering to a special holiday party. The combination of rich dark chocolate, tangy sour cherries, and sweet cookie dough is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cookies a try!
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