The Best Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, buttery cookies packed with rich chocolate chips and bits of sweet maraschino cherries. The perfect combination of fruity and chocolate flavors makes these cookies irresistible for any occasion!
Ingredients
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract optional, enhances cherry flavor
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup maraschino cherries drained and chopped
- 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice for color And flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and maraschino cherry juice, mixing until smooth.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Add the Cherries And Chocolate:
- Fold in chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are slightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Extra Cherry Flavor: Add more cherry juice to the dough for a stronger cherry taste (reduce by 1 tbsp if dough gets too wet).
- White Chocolate Option: Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for white chocolate for a sweeter flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Festive Touch: Drizzle with melted chocolate or top with a whole cherry before baking for a decorative look!
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
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