Cherry-Chocolate Thumbprints

Health score
42%
Cherry-Chocolate Thumbprints
160 min.
1
4188kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Cherry-Chocolate Thumbprints, a dessert that perfectly marries the rich flavors of chocolate and the tartness of cherries. With a preparation time of just over two and a half hours, this recipe is well worth the wait, yielding a decadent treat that serves one lucky person—or perhaps a few if you’re feeling generous!

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chocolatey cookie, lovingly crafted with a buttery base and a hint of cherry liqueur that elevates the flavor profile to new heights. Each thumbprint is a little pocket of joy, filled with a luscious white chocolate ganache that adds a creamy contrast to the chewy texture of the cookie. The combination of dried cherries and Dutch process cocoa creates a symphony of taste that is both comforting and sophisticated.

Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy a craving, these thumbprints are not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight. The vibrant red of the cherries peeking through the white chocolate makes them an eye-catching addition to any dessert table. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter softened
  • cup cherries dried chopped
  • 0.8 cup dutch-processed cocoa powder 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoons maraschino liqueur 
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • serving turtle beans 
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Soak chopped dried cherries in cherry liqueur 1 hour.
  2. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in cocoa, vanilla, and soaked cherries until blended.
  3. Stir together flour and next 2 ingredients. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speed until blended.
  4. Preheat oven to 35
  5. Shape dough into 1-inch balls (about 1 Tbsp. per ball), and place 2 inches apart on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Press thumb or end of a wooden spoon into each ball, forming an indentation.
  6. Bake at 350 for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute; transfer to wire racks. Cool completely.
  7. Microwave white chocolate morsels and cream in a microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 1 minute or until melted and smooth, stirring at 30-second intervals. Spoon 1/2 tsp. chocolate mixture into each indentation.
  8. Let stand until white chocolate mixture is firm (about 1 hour). Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories4188kcal
Protein5.17%
Fat49.65%
Carbs45.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
311
Glycemic Load
175.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
63.276521713837%

Flavonoids

Catechin
41.81mg
Epicatechin
126.7mg
Quercetin
6.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:4187.83kcal
209.39%
Fat:235.11g
361.71%
Saturated Fat:146.63g
916.45%
Carbohydrates:481.26g
160.42%
Net Carbohydrates:439.05g
159.65%
Sugar:226.78g
251.98%
Cholesterol:540.85mg
180.28%
Sodium:1985.91mg
86.34%
Alcohol:26.99g
100%
Alcohol %:3.63%
100%
Caffeine:148.35mg
49.45%
Protein:55.11g
110.23%
Manganese:4.21mg
210.51%
Vitamin A:10443.76IU
208.88%
Fiber:42.22g
168.87%
Selenium:101.74µg
145.34%
Copper:2.87mg
143.75%
Vitamin B1:2.09mg
139.18%
Iron:23.01mg
127.82%
Folate:493.45µg
123.36%
Vitamin B2:1.8mg
106.03%
Phosphorus:996.48mg
99.65%
Magnesium:395.8mg
98.95%
Vitamin B3:16.99mg
84.93%
Calcium:543.7mg
54.37%
Zinc:7.11mg
47.38%
Potassium:1604.27mg
45.84%
Vitamin E:6.62mg
44.14%
Vitamin K:27.4µg
26.1%
Vitamin B5:2.13mg
21.35%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.63%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.8%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.2%
Vitamin C:0.84mg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes