Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies
These soft, chewy Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies are packed with rich chocolate chips and sweet maraschino cherries for a fun twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for holidays or any day you crave something sweet!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Oven
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup maraschino cherries drained and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Centers should remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a festive look, press a few extra cherry pieces or chocolate chips on top of each cookie before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.