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Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

Experience the magic of these irresistible maraschino cherry cookies combining chocolate and cherries for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Just a pinch goes a long way
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Can substitute for dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs For vegan option, use flax eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure extract for best results
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Omit if allergic
  • 1 drop pink gel food coloring Optional for visual appeal
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Can use dark or milk chocolate
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries Drain well before use

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt using a whisk.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and almond extract, mixing until just combined.
  5. Step 5: If using gel food coloring, blend it into your batter at this stage.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the combined dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until incorporated.
  7. Step 7: Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries gently using a spatula.
  8. Step 8: Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Optionally press extra chips and cherries on top.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 10-13 minutes, until just set and golden around the edges.
  10. Step 10: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough before baking and use high-quality ingredients.

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