Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet maraschino cherries and rich semisweet chocolate chips in a soft, buttery cookie base. These cookies combine classic flavors for a colorful and delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 36 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dairy & Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Sugars
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prep the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy and smooth. Then, add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in the Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the cookie dough to ensure every bite has delightful bursts of flavor.
- Shape and Bake the Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure maraschino cherries are well drained and patted dry to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and a smoother dough.
- For chewier cookies, bake closer to 10 minutes; for crisper edges, extend baking to 12 minutes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Chilling dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent excessive spreading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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