Best 2 Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our exploration of the best recipes for chocolate cherry thumbprint cookies. These delectable treats, characterized by their delicate crumbly texture, rich chocolate flavor, and burst of sweet cherry filling, are sure to tantalize your taste buds and evoke memories of nostalgic gatherings. As we embark on this culinary journey, we'll uncover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures, ensuring that each bite is a moment of pure bliss. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a unique twist, our carefully curated selection of recipes will guide you towards creating these timeless cookies that are perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY THUMBPRINT COOKIES



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These look so pretty at Christmas on a tea table with other decorated cookies. They taste as good as they look, and they are eaten quickly wherever and whenever I take them. They're also ideal for Valentine's Day, and every other day of the year! -Stephanie Smith, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
FILLING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
TOPPING:
30 maraschino cherries, patted dry
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1-1/2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and cocoa; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Press a deep indentation in center of each with the end of a wooden spoon handle. Bake 7-9 minutes or until firm. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, butter and cherry juice. Fill each cookie with 1/2 teaspoon filling. Top each with a cherry. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY THUMBPRINT COOKIES



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These cookies are a chocolate lovers dream cookie! Adding melted chocolate to the cookie intensifies the flavor. Soft and chewy, I'm reminded of a chocolate covered cherry with each bite. We know we eat with our eyes first, and creating a thumbprint cookie with the cherry in the middle is adorable. Drizzling chocolate across the...

Provided by Katrina Freed

Categories     Chocolate

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 c sugar
2/3 c butter (1 stick plus 3 tablespoons)
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
2 c chocolate chips (divided)
2 c oatmeal, uncooked
1 1/2 c flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 jar(s) maraschino cherries, 8 oz.

Steps:

  • 1. Cut butter into pats and beat with electric mixer until creamy, then add sugar.
  • 2. While butter is mixing drain cherries and cut each in half.
  • 3. Beat sugar and butter till blended then add eggs and vanilla. Beat till smooth.
  • 4. Mix in dry ingredients.
  • 5. Melt 1 cup chocolate chips in 30 second intervals at half power in a glass bowl in the microwave till smooth and creamy.
  • 6. Add melted chocolate to cookie dough and mix well.
  • 7. Using a small cookie scoop make evenly sized cookies and place on parchment paper lined cookie sheets.
  • 8. Using your thumb make an impression and fill with half a cherry.
  • 9. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes and allow to cool on the cookie sheet before transferring to wax paper.
  • 10. When cookies cool, melt remaining cup of chocolate chips in the microwave then transfer to a pastry bag and drizzle onto each cookie.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor. Dark chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips are good choices.
  • If you don't have a cookie scoop, you can use a teaspoon to drop the dough onto the baking sheet.
  • Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Don't overbake the cookies. They should be baked until the edges are just set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Chocolate cherry thumbprint cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a holiday party. With their rich chocolate flavor and sweet cherry filling, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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