Mouthwatering Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies – The Finest Festive Pink Treat
Mouthwatering Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic treat, combining sweet chocolate chips with tart maraschino cherries for a festive experience. These vibrant pink cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or casual snacking, offering a chewy texture and unique flavor that will impress family and friends. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, or package them as thoughtful gifts!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries (drained)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg