Description
Valentine Ganache Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, chewy cookies and a luxurious chocolate ganache topping, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These delightful cookies are easy to make and guarantee smiles from family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or just want to indulge in a sweet moment, these cookies will impress with their rich flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- For the Ganache: 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz high-quality dark or milk chocolate bar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly underbaked.
- While cooling, prepare the ganache by heating heavy cream until simmering; pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Drizzle ganache over cooled cookies and allow to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg