Description

These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with sweet cherry flavor and rich chocolate chips. They’re perfect for holidays, Valentine’s Day, or whenever you’re craving a fruity twist on a classic cookie.

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (drained and patted dry)

1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the 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 a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Be sure to blot the cherries well with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
You can use dark or white chocolate chips if you prefer.

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.