🍒 Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious twist on a classic treat!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Silicone baking mat or parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire rack
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice from the jar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries chopped and patted dry
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugars
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
- Mix in egg, vanilla, and cherry juice until smooth.
- Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually stir into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Step 5: Fold in Cherries and Chocolate
- Gently fold in maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
- Step 6: Scoop and Bake
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Step 7: Cool and Serve
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
🔥 Pro Tips for Success Pat the Cherries Dry: Excess moisture from the cherries can make the dough too wet and affect texture. Boost Cherry Flavor: Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract for an extra cherry-almond twist. For Crispier Cookies: Bake 1–2 minutes longer if you prefer more golden, crispy edges. Use a Cookie Scoop: Helps ensure evenly sized, perfectly round cookies.
📊 Nutrition (Per Cookie)
- Calories: 110
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 50mg
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 1g