Cherry Chocolate Chewy Cookies (Print Version)
Chewy cookies loaded with cherries and chocolate chips, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Mix-Ins
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1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, beat together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time to creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, blending just until the flour is incorporated.
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Fold chopped maraschino cherries and semisweet chocolate chips gently into the dough.
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Scoop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden. Centers will appear slightly soft.
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Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for several minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
# Notes:
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For best texture, ensure maraschino cherries are thoroughly drained and gently patted dry to prevent excess moisture in the dough.