Description
Soft, chewy, and bursting with cherry flavor these Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies combine sweet cherries and rich chocolate chips for a perfectly festive treat.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
3/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped and drained
2 tbsp maraschino cherry juice
1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional: red or pink food coloring for a vibrant hue
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in egg, vanilla, almond extract, and cherry juice until combined.
5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a dough forms.
6. Fold in chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
7. If desired, tint dough with a drop or two of red or pink food coloring.
8. Scoop dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon portions and place on baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a bakery-style look, press a few extra chocolate chips and cherry pieces on top before baking.
Ensure cherries are well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the cookies.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies, cherry cookies, chocolate chip cookies, festive dessert, holiday baking