Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these Chewy Chocolate Cherry Cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a warm, gooey texture that melts in your mouth. Their enticing aroma will fill your kitchen and charm your guests, making them a must-have treat for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Get ready to impress everyone with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees smiles and fond memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries (plump)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips and dried cherries.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough on the baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg