Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

18 servings
Maraschino cherry chocolate chip cookies are perfect! Chewy and chocolaty with bites of sweet cherry inside. Festive and delicious and a unique spin on the classic!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    2 c
  • baking soda
    ½ tsp
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp
  • of salted butter

    softened

    1 ½ sticks
  • brown sugar
    1 c
  • sugar
    ½ c
  • egg + 1 egg yolk

    at room temperature

    1
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • semi-sweet chocolate chips
    1 c
  • maraschino cherries

    patted dry and chopped

    1 c
  • flaked salt

    for topping

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.

  3. 3

    In the bowl of your electric mixer, beat the butter and sugars together until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the egg and egg yolk until combined. Beat in the vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Beat in the dry ingredients until just combined. Beat in the chocolate chips and the cherries until mixed.

  5. 5

    Scoop or roll the dough into balls that are 1.5 to 2 tablespoons in size. Make sure they are about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are just barely set. Sprinkle with flaked salt. Let cool completely before serving.

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

4.9(68)42 min18 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a dessert that's both familiar and wonderfully unique? These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies put a delightful spin on a classic, offering a festive treat perfect for any occasion.

What makes these cookies special is the irresistible combination of chewy texture and rich chocolate, elevated by the sweet, vibrant bursts of maraschino cherries in every bite. It's a fresh take on a beloved cookie that truly stands out from the crowd.

Prepare yourself for a truly delicious cookie experience. You'll find a perfectly chewy dough studded generously with semi-sweet chocolate chips that melt in your mouth. The sweet, slightly almond-like flavor of the maraschino cherries provides a delightful counterpoint, creating a balanced and utterly satisfying dessert. The addition of flaked salt on top offers a subtle pop that enhances all the flavors.

For those who love to personalize their cookies, consider using different types of chocolate chips to vary the sweetness. While this recipe shines with maraschino cherries, a sprinkle of extra flaked salt on top before baking can also amplify the flavor profile.

These chewy, chocolaty cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a special homemade treat to brighten any day. Serve them as a dessert alongside a glass of milk or coffee, and watch them disappear!

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