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Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies You'll Crave Daily

These Irresistible Maraschino Cherry Cookies combine chocolate chips and cherries for an unforgettable treat you’ll crave daily.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can use 1:1 gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tsp cornstarch Softens the cookies for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Helps cookies rise.
  • 0.25 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Must be at room temperature.
  • 1.25 cups light brown sugar Adds caramel notes.
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar Extra sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Can use flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.125 tsp almond extract Can be omitted for nut-free.
  • pink gel food coloring Optional.
For the Add-ins
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Brings rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries Drained and finely chopped.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Mixer
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Basic Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat the butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in eggs, vanilla, and almond extract until just combined.
  5. Add pink gel food coloring if desired.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
  7. Fold in chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
  8. Form dough into balls and place on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges are set.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for better texture. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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