Description
Soft, chewy cookies loaded with chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips a delightful mix of sweet and rich flavors perfect for holidays or any special treat.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
7. Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Be sure to pat the cherries completely dry to avoid excess moisture in the cookies.
For a festive touch, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Maraschino Cherry Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Holiday Cookies