If you love rich chocolate cookies but want to elevate them into a dessert worth showcasing, these Cherry Chocolate Cookies with Cherry Chantilly Shards are the answer. Combining dark chocolate, soft chocolate chips, and creamy cherry Chantilly, these cookies are indulgent, visually stunning, and perfect for parties, gifting, or a luxurious treat at home.

Unlike ordinary chocolate cookies, the frozen cherry Chantilly shards add a beautiful texture and fresh cherry flavor that melts slightly as you bite, giving each cookie a sophisticated twist. This recipe is detailed and beginner-friendly, with clear steps for baking, whipping Chantilly, and assembling a bakery-style dessert at home.

Why You’ll Love These Cherry Chocolate Cookies

Soft, fudgy chocolate cookies with a rich dark chocolate base
Frozen cherry Chantilly shards for creamy, fruity contrast
Piping and decoration included for a professional finish
Beginner-friendly steps with clear baking and assembly guidance
Customizable toppings: dark chocolate shavings, whole or sliced cherries

Ingredients Overview

Cherry Chantilly Shards

250 g heavy cream, cold
50 g powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
50 g dark cherries (fresh or frozen/defrosted), pitted and sliced

Chocolate Cookie Dough

100 g dark chocolate (high quality)
140 g all-purpose flour
50 g unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
113 g unsalted butter, room temperature
150 g light brown sugar
50 g granulated sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
80 g dark chocolate chips

Step 1: Prepare Cherry Chantilly Shards

Whip cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
Spread half of the Chantilly evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Scatter sliced cherries evenly over the cream.
Freeze for 4–6 hours or overnight until fully solid.
Cut into small shards and keep frozen until ready to use.
Refrigerate remaining Chantilly for piping later.

Tip: Fully frozen shards hold their shape better when folded into the dough.

Step 2: Prepare the Chocolate Cookie Dough

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave (30-second bursts). Cool slightly.
Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
Cream butter and both sugars until smooth.
Mix in egg and vanilla.
Stir in melted chocolate.
Gently fold in dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
Carefully fold in frozen Chantilly shards using a silicone spatula.

Tip: Gentle folding prevents the cream from melting into the dough.

Step 3: Bake the Cookies

Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing cookies 2–3 inches apart.
Bake on the middle rack for 15–18 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain soft.
Cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tip: Underbake by 1–2 minutes for a fudgier center.

Step 4: Assemble and Decorate

Pipe remaining cherry Chantilly onto cooled cookies.
Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and cherries.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

2 Beginner Tips (That Matter Most)

Temperature is everything
Cold Chantilly, frozen shards, and room-temperature cookie dough ingredients help everything mix and bake correctly without melting or spreading too much.
Fold gently, don’t stir
When adding dry ingredients and Chantilly shards, use slow, gentle folds to keep the dough soft and the shards intact.

Helpful Notes (Optional, Read When Needed)

Chill dough 10–15 minutes if it feels soft before baking
Pat defrosted cherries dry to avoid excess moisture
Melt chocolate slowly to prevent seizing
Use a cookie scoop for even sizing

(These are optional refinements—not required for success.)

Storage

Refrigerator: Store assembled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Freezer: Freeze unbaked cookies for up to 1 month; decorate after baking

Cherry Chocolate Cookies FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen cherries?
Yes—defrost fully, pit, slice thinly, and pat dry.

Q: Can I make Chantilly shards ahead?
Yes. Freeze 1–2 days in advance.

Q: Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark?
Yes, but cookies will be sweeter and softer.

Q: How do I prevent spreading?
Chill dough briefly and space cookies properly.

Make Your Own Cherry Chocolate Cookies

These Cherry Chocolate Cookies with Cherry Chantilly Shards bring together rich chocolate, soft centers, and creamy bursts of cherry flavor. Elegant enough for gifting and approachable enough for home bakers, they’re a perfect balance of indulgent and refined.

With streamlined steps and just two clear beginner tips, this recipe keeps things confident—not overwhelming—so you can bake something truly impressive at home

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