Description
Indulge in the irresistible blend of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these delightful Chocolate Cherry Cookies. Each bite offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at a gathering or enjoying them solo, the warm aroma wafting from your oven will have everyone clamoring for a taste. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup dried tart cherries (chopped)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried cherries and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool briefly on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg