Heart-Stuffed Ganache Cookies bring together crisp edges, soft centers, and a hidden chocolate heart. I bake these when I want a cookie that feels thoughtful but still doable on a busy day. The ganache stays smooth, the dough handles well, and every bite feels warm and comforting.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft centers with a clear chocolate heart
• No special tools needed
• Dough chills quickly
• Clean edges and even baking
• Ideal for gifting or sharing

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep: 25 minutes
• Cook: 12 minutes
• Total: 37 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Ganache Filling

• ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
• ⅓ cup heavy cream

Swap: Use milk chocolate chips for a sweeter center.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat cream until steaming. Pour over chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. Chill and scoop into heart shapes.
2. Cream butter and sugars until smooth. Add egg and mix well.
3. Whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Mix into dough.
4. Wrap dough around each ganache heart and seal well.
5. Chill cookies for 15 minutes.
6. Bake at 350°F for 11–12 minutes. Cool before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with hot coffee or cold milk
• Plate on parchment with powdered sugar dust
• Pair with berries for contrast

Quick Tips or Variations

• Freeze ganache hearts for cleaner shaping
• Add espresso powder to dough
• Roll dough balls evenly for uniform baking

FAQs

What are heart-stuffed ganache cookies made of?

Heart-Stuffed Ganache Cookies use cocoa dough filled with a soft chocolate ganache center.

Can I make heart-stuffed ganache cookies ahead of time?

Yes. Shape and chill the cookies up to one day before baking.

How do you keep ganache from leaking out of cookies?

Seal the dough fully around the ganache and chill before baking.

Do heart-stuffed ganache cookies need to be refrigerated?

No. Store them covered at room temperature for two days.

Conclusion

Heart-Stuffed Ganache Cookies turn simple ingredients into a cookie that feels personal and warm. Bake them once, and they often become a repeat favorite.

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