Decadent Chocolate Cherry Bliss Cookies
Indulge in these scrumptious cookies where rich, velvety chocolate meets juicy maraschino cherries for a delightful surprise in every bite. Each cookie is crafted with a perfect balance of cocoa and sweetness, culminating in a chocolatey topping that elegantly drapes over each cherry, transforming these treats into an irresistible dessert. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or just a well-deserved sweet snack, these cookies will leave your taste buds singing and your guests begging for more.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (sifted)
butter or margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
1/4 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
large egg
1 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (pure)
maraschino cherries
48 (undrained)
semisweet chocolate pieces
1 cup (none)
sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or leave ungreased.
2
In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour and cocoa powder, whisking until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter or margarine at medium speed until creamy and smooth.
4
Add sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the butter mixture, and beat until the mixture is well combined and fluffy.
5
Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, continuing to mix while scraping down the sides of the bowl.
6
Gradually add the flour-cocoa mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to form a dough.
7
Using your hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
8
Gently press down the center of each dough ball with your thumb to create a slight indentation.
9
Drain the maraschino cherries, reserving 4 teaspoons of the cherry juice for later use.
10
Place a cherry in the center of each cookie, ensuring it rests comfortably in the indentation you created.
11
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine semisweet chocolate pieces and sweetened condensed milk, stirring continuously until the mixture is melted and smooth.
12
Add the reserved cherry juice to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until evenly combined. If the mixture is too thick, add more cherry juice as needed.
13
Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the chocolate mixture over each cherry, ensuring to cover it entirely.
14
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are firm but the centers remain soft.
15
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Cherry Bliss Cookies?
They are rich, chocolatey cookies featuring a juicy maraschino cherry in the center, topped with a smooth chocolate glaze.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How many maraschino cherries are required for this recipe?
You will need 48 maraschino cherries.
Should I drain the cherries?
Yes, drain the cherries but be sure to reserve at least 4 teaspoons of the juice for the chocolate topping.
What size should I shape the cookie dough balls?
The dough should be shaped into 1-inch balls.
How far apart should the cookies be placed on the baking sheet?
Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
How do I create the space for the cherry?
Gently press down the center of each dough ball with your thumb to create a slight indentation.
What kind of chocolate is used for the topping?
The topping is made using 1 cup of semisweet chocolate pieces.
What is mixed with the chocolate pieces for the frosting?
The chocolate pieces are melted with 1/2 cup of sweetened condensed milk and reserved cherry juice.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes.
How do I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges should be firm, but the centers should remain soft.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either softened butter or margarine.
What if the chocolate topping is too thick?
If the mixture is too thick to spread, you can add more of the reserved cherry juice as needed.
How much cherry juice is initially added to the topping?
Start by adding 4 teaspoons of the reserved cherry juice to the melted chocolate mixture.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
You can leave the baking sheet ungreased or line it with parchment paper.
What ingredients are whisked together first?
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder.
When should I add the vanilla extract?
Incorporate the vanilla extract and the egg into the creamed butter and sugar mixture.
How much cocoa powder is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 1 minute before moving them to a wire rack.
What type of flour is best for these cookies?
All-purpose flour is used for this recipe, preferably sifted.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Does the recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
It uses both: 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much topping should go on each cherry?
Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the chocolate mixture over each cherry, covering it entirely.
Is the egg added whole?
The recipe specifies using one large beaten egg.
At what speed should I beat the butter?
Beat the butter or margarine at medium speed until it is creamy and smooth.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 12 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Can these cookies be served at parties?
Yes, they are ideal for parties, gatherings, or as a sweet snack.
How do I melt the chocolate topping?
Combine the chocolate pieces and sweetened condensed milk in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously.
Should the dough be chilled before shaping?
The instructions do not require chilling; you can shape the dough into balls immediately after mixing.
What is the final texture of the cookies?
The cookies have firm edges with a soft, decadent center and a smooth chocolate coating.