Description
These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate blend of nostalgic flavor and modern indulgence. With bursts of sweet maraschino cherries and melty pools of chocolate chips, each bite delivers a chewy, gooey, and colorful experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries, drained, patted dry, and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract (and almond extract, if using).
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are just set.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Ideal for sweet snack cravings.
- Perfect for gifting or sharing.
- Great for holiday treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies, cookies, dessert, baking