Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Sweet cherries and rich chocolate chips combine in a soft, chewy cookie that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and irresistible to eat, they quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cane sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup cherries (pitted and chopped)

Instructions

1. Step 1: If you haven’t already, pit and chop the cherries; set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick spray.
2. Step 2: Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and cane sugar together in a large bowl until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, then stir for 1 minute to combine.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring with an electric mixer until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
4. Step 4: Gently fold the chocolate chips and chopped cherries into the dough by hand.
5. Step 5: Use an ice cream scooper or cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the dough balls to allow room for spreading. Bake the cookies for 12 minutes.
6. Step 6: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Tips & Variations

• Use frozen cherries if fresh aren’t available; just thaw and drain them well before adding.
• For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a pinch of chili powder to the dry ingredients.
• Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for white or dark chocolate to change the cookie’s flavor profile.
• Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent excessive spreading.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm in a low oven for a few minutes or microwave for about 10 seconds.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried cherries instead of fresh?

Yes, dried cherries work well too. Use about 1/3 cup since they are more concentrated in flavor and sweetness. You might want to soak them briefly in warm water to soften before adding.

Why do my cookies sometimes turn out flat?

Cookies can spread too much if the butter is too soft or melted, the dough is over-mixed, or the baking temperature is too low. Make sure your butter is softened but not melted, mix just until combined, and preheat your oven properly.

Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect blend of tart cherries and rich chocolate chips nestled in a soft, chewy cookie. This easy-to-make recipe combines classic ingredients with a fruity twist, offering a delicious treat ideal for snacks, desserts, or any time you crave a sweet indulgence.

• Author: Daniel
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cane sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

Add-ins

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup cherries (pitted and chopped)

Instructions

1. Prepare Cherries and Oven: Pit and chop the cherries if not already done. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and cane sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the egg and vanilla extract and stir for about 1 minute until fully incorporated.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir with an electric mixer until combined, making sure not to over-mix to keep the cookies tender.
4. Add Chocolate Chips and Cherries: Gently fold the chocolate chips and chopped cherries into the dough by hand, ensuring even distribution without breaking up the cherries too much.
5. Scoop Dough and Bake: Using an ice cream scoop or cookie scoop, place rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow spreading. You may need to bake in batches or use two baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes.
6. Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies rest for 3 minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious cherry chocolate chip cookies!

Notes

• If fresh cherries are unavailable, frozen cherries can be used; just thaw and drain them well before chopping.
• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by reducing baking time by 1-2 minutes.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
• To prevent spreading, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

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