Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Discover the delightful Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe that’s sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire! These cookies beautifully blend the sweet, juicy flavors of maraschino cherries with rich chocolate chips, creating an irresistible treat perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Easy to make and customizable for various dietary preferences, these cookies are bound to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re planning a cookie swap, a birthday celebration, or simply treating yourself, this recipe is a must-try!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (or dairy-free)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown; allow cooling on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg