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Valentine Ganache Cookies – Perfect for Gifting

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Valentine Ganache Cookies are soft, chocolatey sandwich cookies filled with silky ganache and decorated for a romantic and festive treat.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup light brown sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Ganache Filling:

  • 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 tsp butter (optional)

Toppings:

  • White chocolate, melted (for drizzle)

  • Heart sprinkles or edible glitter

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

  • In another bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Scoop 1-inch balls, flatten slightly, and place on parchment-lined trays.

  • Bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.

  • Heat cream until just simmering. Pour over chocolate. Let sit 1 min, then stir until smooth. Cool until thick but spreadable.

  • Sandwich cookies with ganache. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and decorate.

  • Let set before serving or boxing.

Notes

Chill dough and ganache for clean assembly. Add jam or flavored ganache for variety. Store airtight for 3–4 days.

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