Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these Chocolate Cherry Cookies. Each bite offers a chewy texture complemented by bursts of sweet cherry flavor, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed during cozy evenings or festive gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup dried cherries, chopped if large
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, folding until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and dried cherries.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg