Who can resist the sweet combination of cherries and chocolate in a delightful cookie? These Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- The flavors of juicy cherries and rich chocolate chips perfectly complement each other to create a mouthwatering treat.
- With a quick prep time, you can have freshly baked cookies ready in no time, perfect for satisfying any sweet cravings.
- These cookies are great for meal prep and can be stored for later enjoyment, making them a convenient and tasty snack option.
Ingredient Notes:
- All-purpose flour: Provides structure to the cookies.
- Baking soda: Helps the cookies rise and become light and fluffy.
- Salted sweet cream butter: Adds richness and flavor to the cookies.
- Granulated sugar and light brown sugar: Sweetens the cookies and adds moisture.
- Large egg: Binds the ingredients together.
- Vanilla extract and almond extract: Enhance the flavor of the cookies.
- Reserved cherry juice and pink food color: Infuse the cookies with a hint of cherry flavor and color.
- Maraschino cherries: Chopped and added to the cookie dough for bursts of sweetness.
- Semisweet chocolate chips: Melty pockets of chocolate in every bite.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, reserved cherry juice, and pink food color.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Helpful Tips:
- Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Swap out the semisweet chocolate chips for white chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best melty texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of each cookie before baking for a sweet and salty contrast.
Serving Suggestions:
These Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies pair perfectly with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee for a delightful snack or dessert option.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To reheat, place a cookie in the microwave for a few seconds to warm and soften the chocolate chips.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use fresh cherries instead of maraschino cherries? Fresh cherries can be used, but be sure to pit and chop them before adding to the dough.
- Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, the cookie dough can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before baking.
- How do I prevent my cookies from spreading too much? Chilling the dough before baking helps prevent excessive spreading.
Conclusion:
Don’t wait to try these irresistible Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re sure to become a new favorite for any cookie lover. Share your feedback and enjoy these delicious treats with friends and family. Happy baking!
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins
- Total Time: 25-27 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet cherries and rich chocolate with these cherry chocolate chip cookies. The soft and chewy texture, along with the burst of cherry flavor, makes these cookies a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup salted sweet cream butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons reserved cherry juice
- 2 to 3 drops pink food color
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, cherry juice, and pink food color.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined.
- Fold in cherries and chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
- Scoop and bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use dark chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Make sure to drain the cherries well to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle some chopped nuts on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg