Description
If there’s one cookie that strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nostalgia, it’s the Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe. Combining the rich sweetness of chocolate chips with the tangy zing of maraschino cherries, these cookies offer a treat for all the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial as it sets the stage for baking crisp yet chewy cookies. As the oven heats, line your baking sheets with parchment paper, which helps in ensuring cookies do not adhere to the sheet and cook evenly.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar. Use an electric mixer for this process to achieve a light and fluffy texture. This step is key to incorporating air into the dough for a soft cookie texture.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully integrated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract. These wet ingredients combine with the creamed mixture to add flavor and moisture to the cookies.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend this mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and semisweet chocolate chips using a spatula. The folding technique ensures even distribution without breaking the cherries.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading. Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden. It’s essential to monitor the cookies to prevent over-baking.
- After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks. This cooling period helps set the cookies’ shape, ensuring optimal texture when fully cooled.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning to guarantee thorough mixing and even baking. Feel free to toast the cherries lightly to intensify their flavor and counterbalance the chocolate’s sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Protein: 2 g