Description
Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies combine sweet-tart maraschino cherries with rich, melty chocolate chips for a chewy, soft cookie with slightly crisp edges. These easy-to-make cookies feature vibrant cherry flavor and classic chocolate, creating a delightful twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped and patted dry
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Chop the maraschino cherries into small pieces and set aside. Measure out all ingredients for easy access during mixing.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures an even distribution of leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the unsalted butter with both the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, roughly 3 to 4 minutes. This aerates the mixture and helps cookies rise with a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract to create a smooth and cohesive wet mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet bowl, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Fold in Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly while preserving dough softness.
- Scoop and Bake: Scoop dough with a cookie scoop or spoon onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows them to set without breaking apart.
Notes
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and improve flavor.
- Pat dry the maraschino cherries with paper towels to remove excess syrup and avoid soggy cookies.
- Remove cookies from the oven when edges just start to turn golden; centers will finish firming as they cool.
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and fluffier cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for even cookie sizes, ensuring uniform baking and appearance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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