Description
These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a fun twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, combining sweet maraschino cherries and rich chocolate chips for a unique treat. With a chewy texture and a slight crisp edge, they are perfect for holidays, parties, or any time you crave a deliciously sweet and slightly tart cookie.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries.
- Shape the Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
- Variations: You can swap chocolate chips for white chocolate chips, add chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts, or use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor. For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Storage/Reheating: Store cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. They can also be refrigerated for a firmer texture or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
