Chocolate Cherry Cookies
Deliciously chewy cookies combining rich chocolate and tart cherries for a delightful treat that's easy to make.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened but not melted.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs Add one at a time, mixing well after each.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Sifted to incorporate air.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Use high-quality for best flavor.
- 1 cup dried cherries, roughly chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped dried cherries until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
These cookies are best served warm. For variations, consider adding nuts or swapping in different types of chocolate.