Description
A delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies with the addition of maraschino cherries for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Make sure to drain the cherries well to avoid excess moisture in the dough. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g