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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with sweet cherry flavor. The combination of juicy maraschino cherries and rich chocolate chips makes these cookies a delightful treat for any occasion. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or just because!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional, but enhances cherry flavor)
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup maraschino cherries, drained, patted dry, and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until smooth.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Make the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Scoop & Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  • Cool & Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Draining the Cherries: Make sure to thoroughly pat the maraschino cherries dry before adding them to the dough. Excess moisture can affect the cookie texture.
  • Chocolate Choices: Feel free to use dark or white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a different flavor twist.
  • Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.