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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Chewy Maraschino Cherry Cookies to Sweeten Your Day

Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies combine chocolate chips and cherries for a delightful treat. Perfect chewy texture will leave everyone wanting more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour The foundation for that perfect chewy texture, no substitutions needed.
  • 2 tsp cornstarch Helps create an even softer cookie; can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Ensures your cookies rise beautifully.
  • ¼ tsp salt Balances the sweetness of the cookies.
For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Provides richness; make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1¼ cups light brown sugar Adds a lovely caramel note to each bite.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Just the right touch of sweetness to complement the brown sugar.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as the binding agent for a chewy cookie; substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth of flavor.
  • ⅛ tsp almond extract Elevates the overall flavor; omit for nut allergy concerns.
  • pink gel food coloring A small amount for a cheerful pop of color, optional for aesthetic appeal.
For the Mix-ins
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips The star of the show, pairing beautifully with cherries.
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries Drained and finely chopped, providing delightful bursts of sweetness.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the mixture, combining until just mixed.
  5. Add a small amount of pink gel food coloring and mix to achieve a blush hue.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms.
  7. Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
  8. Scoop the dough into golf ball-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes until set but soft in the center, the edges should be golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor and avoid overbaking to maintain chewiness.

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