Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies! This easy-to-follow recipe combines the sweetness of maraschino cherries with rich chocolate chips to create chewy, flavorful cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a festive gathering or a cozy family night, these cookies are sure to impress everyone. Plus, they can be easily adapted to fit dietary preferences, making them a versatile treat for all. Get ready to enjoy every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 23 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually combine with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Gently fold in chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets with space between them.
- Bake for 1012 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg