Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightfully soft and chewy cookies combining the sweetness of chocolate with the fruity taste of cherries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup salted sweet cream butter softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Mix-ins
- 2 tablespoons reserved cherry juice
- 2 to 3 drops pink food color
- 1 cup maraschino cherries
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and add the vanilla and almond extracts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Gradually blend this into the creamed mixture.
- Stir in the reserved cherry juice, pink food color, cherries, and chocolate chips until everything is mixed well.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For variations, try dark chocolate chips or fresh cherries.