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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies combine chewy texture with bursts of sweet cherries and melty chocolate chips for a deliciously unique treat. This easy-to-make cookie recipe uses simple ingredients to create a family favorite that’s perfect for any occasion, offering a fun twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

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

Wet Ingredients

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

Add-Ins

  • 1 cup chopped Maraschino cherries (well-drained)
  • 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Chop the Maraschino cherries into small pieces for even flavor distribution. Soften the butter at room temperature and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure an even rise and balanced texture.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand or hand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, trapping air for a chewy texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and homogenous batter.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to keep the cookies tender and prevent overworking the dough.
  6. Fold in Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in chopped Maraschino cherries and chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring even distribution without breaking up the cherries too much.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet with about 2 inches between each. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, setting the chewy, delicious texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to help everything mix evenly and create a softer dough.
  • Don’t overmix the dough; combine ingredients just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
  • Drain Maraschino cherries well and pat dry to prevent soggy dough.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.
  • Watch baking time closely; cookies continue to bake after removal, so pull them when edges are golden and centers still look soft.

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