Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of gooey chocolate and sweet maraschino cherries, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies burst with color and aroma, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or stored for later, they will surely satisfy your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries evenly into the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a fun twist, substitute chocolate chips with white or dark chocolate chips. Add nuts for extra crunch or sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty contrast. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.