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Valentine Ganache Cookies

Soft chocolaty cookies with a rich ganache filling, perfect for celebrating love on any romantic occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • ½ cup ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened Use at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • ½ cup ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar Adjust sweetness as desired.
  • ½ cup ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar Light or dark can be used.
  • 1 large 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 1 cup 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour Gluten-free blend as an alternative.
  • ½ cup ½ cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ½ teaspoon espresso powder (optional) Can be omitted or replaced with instant coffee.
For the ganache filling
  • ½ cup ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream Hot for making ganache.
  • ¾ cup ¾ cup (130 g) dark or white chocolate chips, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter (optional) For added richness.
Optional toppings
  • 2-3 teaspoons 2–3 teaspoons freeze-dried raspberry powder or pink food coloring For color and flavor.
  • Freeze-dried raspberries (optional)
  • Chocolate squares (optional)
  • Heart sprinkles (optional)
  • Melted white chocolate for drizzling (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream the butter and sugars in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla, followed by the dry ingredients, and mix well.
  3. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Scoop the dough into balls and press a well in the center of each cookie.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes.
  3. After baking, re-press the centers to create a well again.
  4. Allow cookies to cool completely.
Making the ganache
  1. Pour hot cream over the chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
  2. Fill the centers of the cookies with the ganache and decorate as desired.
  3. Let the cookies set at room temperature or chill briefly before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container. They can last up to a week in the refrigerator. Freeze the cookies without ganache for up to a month.