Heavenly Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
A delightful twist on the classic cookie featuring sweet maraschino cherries and rich chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth and light.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the maraschino cherry juice until blended.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Stir in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing.