Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavors with these Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies. A delightful twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, the addition of maraschino cherries adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the rich chocolate chips beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of flaked salt, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) of salted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional Mix-ins:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, patted dry and chopped
- flaked salt, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugars until fluffy. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then mix in the chocolate chips and cherries.
- Form cookie dough: Scoop or roll the dough into balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until just set. Sprinkle with flaked salt and let cool before serving.
Notes
- You can refrigerate the dough for a few hours or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Ensure the maraschino cherries are well-drained and patted dry to prevent excess moisture in the cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
