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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

 

These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet cherry flavor! The combination of finely chopped maraschino cherries and melty chocolate chips makes for an irresistible treat. With a slight pink hue and a delightful balance of almond and vanilla extracts, these cookies are perfect for special occasions, holiday baking, or simply satisfying a sweet craving.

  • Total Time: 51 minute

Ingredients

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    • 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened (1/4 cup)

 

    • 3/4 cup light brown sugar

 

    • 1 large egg

 

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

 

    • 1/8 tsp almond extract

 

    • Small amount of pink gel food coloring

 

    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180 grams, properly measured)

 

    • 1/2 tsp baking soda

 

    • 1/4 tsp salt

 

    • 3/4 cup drained & finely chopped maraschino cherries (plus extra for garnish)

 

  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for garnish)
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Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

 

    1. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together with an electric mixer for one minute, just until combined. Now, add in the egg and both extracts, beating again until smoothly integrated.

 

    1. Next, introduce a small amount of pink gel food coloring and mix it in thoroughly. This lovely touch enhances both the visual appeal and the cherry flavor.

 

    1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing gently by hand with a spatula until you achieve a thick, cohesive batter.

 

    1. Now, fold in the finely chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

 

    1. Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto a silicone-lined baking sheet. Don’t forget to press a few extra cherries and chocolate chips on top for good measure!

 

    1. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes, being careful not to overbake, as you want to preserve that delightful pink hue.

 

  1. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy the aroma filling your kitchen!
  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14-16 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Cookies
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Makes about 18-24 cookies
  • Calories: Approximately 150 calories per cookie (varies based on portion size and ingredients)