These moist chocolate-covered cherry cookies contain juicy maraschinos and a decadent, fudge-like topping.
Here, a simple chocolatethumbprint cookieis topped with a maraschino cherry and thick chocolate frosting.
Once baked, the cookies become moist and decadent thanks to the juicy cherries and fudge-like topping.
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you could use any pop in of maraschino cherries you like in this cookie recipe.
Just be sure the cherries are pitted.
If you’d like to make aboozy dessert, try using bourbon-soaked cherries.
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you’re able to find these online and at specialty stores.
To assemble these chocolate cookies with cherries, be sure to use a generous dollop of topping on each.
Covering the cherries completely seals in the cherry juices and ensures the cookies have the right texture.
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It will keep in the fridge for up to three days.
This big-batch cookie recipe makes 48 chocolate covered cherry cookies and is perfect for holidaybaking exchanges or potlucks.
The cookies can be made up to two days before serving and stored at room temperature.
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Thumbprint Cookie Baking Tips
Thumbprint cookies come in many different flavors, fromhuckleberry jamtochocolaty caramel.
Add the granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Beat until well combined.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract.
Gradually beat in the flour mixture until well combined.
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
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Press down center of each ball with your thumb to create an indent.
Drain the maraschino cherries, reserving the juice.
Place a cherry in the center of each cookie and set the baking sheet aside.
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Stir in 4 teaspoons of the reserved cherry juice and mix well.
The frosting should be spreadable.
(Frosting may be thinned with additional cherry juice, if it is too thick.)
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Bake the cookies in a 350F oven for about 10 minutes or until done.
Remove to wire rack and cool completely.
Cover and store at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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