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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Chewy Maraschino Cherry Cookies That Steal the Show

These Maraschino Cherry Cookies blend rich chocolate and sweet cherries, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with 1:1 gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Room temperature; can substitute for vegan butter.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Use a flax egg substitute for a vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Can be omitted for nut allergies.
  • 1 drop pink gel food coloring Optional.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries Chopped.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Beat the softened butter with light brown and granulated sugars until fluffy and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. If using, add pink gel food coloring and blend well.
  6. Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips with a spatula.
  8. Scoop uniform balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
  9. Bake for 10-13 minutes, keeping an eye on them until set at the edges but soft in the center.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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