Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these Chocolate Cherry Cookies. Each bite offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them a must-bake for any occasion. With their chewy centers and slightly crispy edges, these cookies are sure to bring joy to your family and friends!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (high-quality)
- 1 cup dried cherries (soaked in warm water)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Gently incorporate dark chocolate chips and plumped dried cherries into the dough.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft; let cool on the sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg