Description
Chocolate Cherry Cookies bring together rich chocolate and tart cherries for a deliciously chewy treat. Imagine warm cookies fresh from the oven, where melted chocolate meets juicy cherry pieces, creating a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, these cookies are bound to become a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (light)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup cherries (fresh, pitted & chopped or dried)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in cherries and chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg