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Baked chocolate cherry cookies with chocolate chips and cherries

Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Deliciously chewy cookies combining rich chocolate and tart cherries for a delightful treat that's easy to make.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

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.
Keyword Baking, Chocolate Cherry Cookies, Cookies, Dessert Recipe, Sweet Treats