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Easy Maraschino Cherry Chip Cookies Bursting with Flavor
Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, these Maraschino Cherry Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic. With sweet cherry bits and melty chocolate chips, they’re perfect for holidays, gifting, or whenever you're craving something unique and nostalgic.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract optional for enhanced cherry flavor
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup maraschino cherries drained, chopped, and patted dry
- 1½ cups white chocolate chips or semi-sweet if preferred
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla and almond extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in chopped maraschino cherries and white chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Centers will look soft but will set as they cool.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Dry cherries well with paper towels to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too much during baking.
- These freeze well—store baked cookies in an airtight container up to 3 months.
- Substitute white chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate for a twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 9gFiber: 0.5gSugar: 15g