Indulge in Gooey Chocolate Ganache Cookies Bliss

These Gooey Chocolate Ganache Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic cookie, featuring a rich chocolate center that creates moments of pure joy.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baking, Chocolate Cookies, cookies, desserts, Gooey Chocolate Ganache Cookies, treats

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 12

Chilling Time: 20

Total Time: 1 2

Servings: cookies

Calories: 150kcal

2 cups all-purpose flour this forms the base for a tender cookie.
1 teaspoon baking soda it helps the cookies rise for a fluffy texture.
½ teaspoon salt enhances the flavors and balances sweetness.
1 cup unsalted butter softened, ensures a rich, buttery taste that keeps cookies moist.
1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and contributes to a crisp edge.
½ cup brown sugar packed, brings moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
2 large eggs provides structure and binds the ingredients together.
2 teaspoons vanilla extract adds a delicious depth of flavor to the cookie.

8 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped, creates a luscious, gooey center in each cookie.
4 ounces heavy cream combines with chocolate to form a smooth, creamy ganache.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this bowl aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it begins to simmer, then pour it over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
Stir the chocolate mixture into a velvety ganache and chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough, flatten into disks, place a small dollop of chilled ganache in the center, and wrap the dough around it to form a ball.
Place the cookie balls on the lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between them, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These cookies can be customized with optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to enhance flavor and texture.