Description
Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a sweet and indulgent treat that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. These vibrant, cherry-studded cookies are a delightful twist on the classic chocolate chip, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings or impressing guests at your next gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, patted dry
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, chocolate chips, and cherry juice if using.
7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Choose quality maraschino cherries for best results.
Measure ingredients accurately for the right texture and flavor balance.
Adjust baking time as needed; cookies should be lightly golden on the edges but still soft in the center.
Get creative with mix-ins like nuts or coconut.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg