Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Irresistible Classic Maraschino Cherry Choco Chip Cookies, where the sweetness of chocolate meets the vibrant flavor of cherries. These cookies are soft-baked and loaded with rich chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries, making them a perfect treat for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With a quick preparation time of under 30 minutes, you can whip up these tasty delights to share with friends or enjoy as an afternoon snack. Customize them by adding your favorite nuts or experimenting with different chocolate varieties for an extra twist!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg