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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Discover a unique twist on classic chocolate chip cookies with this Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe. Combining chewy texture and melty chocolate with bursts of sweet, colorful maraschino cherries, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they deliver a nostalgic yet refreshingly different flavor you and your loved ones will adore.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients & Sugars

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-ins

  • 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Cherries: Drain the maraschino cherries well, then chop them into small pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the cookie dough and prevent too much moisture.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to combine evenly and activate the leavening agent.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the unsalted butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy — this step is crucial for a soft and chewy texture.
  4. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined for smooth and flavorful dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated but be careful not to overmix, which can make the cookies tough.
  6. Fold in Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chopped maraschino cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly for delightful bites in every cookie.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This makes them easier to handle and gives them time to set.

Notes

  • Drain Cherries Thoroughly: Excess cherry juice can make the dough too wet and affect cookie texture.
  • Use Room Temperature Butter: Softened butter creams better with sugars, creating the perfect dough consistency.
  • Don’t Overbake: Pull cookies out with slightly undercooked centers to keep them soft and chewy after cooling.
  • Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Uniform Scoop Size: Use a cookie scoop to ensure cookies bake evenly and look consistent.

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