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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft and chewy cookies with bursts of maraschino cherries and rich chocolate chips.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Olivia Bennett