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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A delightful recipe for Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies, combining chewy chocolate goodness with cherry bursts.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, chocolate chip cookies, desserts, holiday cookies, maraschino cherries, Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula
  • Tablespoon

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour ensures the perfect structure for your cookies
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps them rise and become nicely chewy
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances the sweetness and enhances flavor
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter softened, adds richness and moisture to the dough
  • 1 cups granulated sugar provides sweetness and contributes to a crisp edge
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar packed for an extra hint of caramel flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic quality to the cookies
  • 2 large eggs act as a binding agent

For the Stir-ins

  • 1 cups chocolate chips guarantees chocolatey goodness in each bite
  • 1 cups maraschino cherries chopped, for that delightful surprise of flavor

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the creamed mixture and mix until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet batter, stirring until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries.
  • Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store the cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to retain moisture and softness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 3mg