Valentine Ganache Cookies: Indulgent Treats for Sweet Moments
Indulge in these delightful Valentine Ganache Cookies, perfect for sharing sweet moments with your loved ones.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
- Meanwhile, make the ganache by heating the cream and pouring it over the chocolate chips. Stir until smooth.
- Once cookies are cooled, drizzle ganache over the top or use it as a filling.
Notes
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, add espresso powder to the dough.
- Let the ganache cool slightly before drizzling for a thicker consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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