Thereβs something magical about the combination of sweet cherries and rich, melty chocolate, and these Cherry Chocolate Cookies bring that delicious pairing to life in every bite. Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, these cookies make for the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
The pop of tartness from the cherries works wonderfully with the deep sweetness of the chocolate chips, creating a balanced dessert everyone will love. Whether youβre baking for a holiday, a family gathering, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies will quickly become your new favorite.
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
In a large bowl, blend softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
Introduce eggs one by one, making sure each combines thoroughly.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually incorporate the dry mix into the buttery blend, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
Add in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Place spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets, with a 2-inch gap between each.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
Allow them to rest on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks for full cooling.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes | Kcal: 210 kcal per cookie | Servings: 24 cookies