Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies: Sweet Bites of Bliss
These delightful Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Soft, chewy, and loaded with bits of cherries and chocolate chips, they’re guaranteed to impress your family and friends! Perfect for holidays, parties, or any day you need a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened – for rich, buttery flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar – adds sweetness and texture
- 1 cup packed brown sugar – provides a hint of molasses and chewiness
- 2 large eggs – for binding and structure
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract – enhances overall flavor
- 3 cups all-purpose flour – the base of the cookies
- 1 teaspoon baking soda – helps the cookies rise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt – balances the sweetness
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped – for bursts of tangy sweetness
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips – for indulgent chocolatey goodness
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend into the butter mixture.
- Fold in Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
- Form Cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure the maraschino cherries are well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
For extra flair, press a few chocolate chips or cherry pieces onto the tops of the cookies before baking.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg