Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these irresistible Chocolate Cherry Cookies. Each warm, gooey cookie features a perfect balance of sweet chocolate and fruity bursts that will leave your taste buds dancing. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these cookies are ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy night in or a lively gathering. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet scrumptious treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup dried cherries
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
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 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and dried cherries until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg