Cherry Chip Cookies
Infused with the delightful sweetness of maraschino cherries and the rich decadence of semi-sweet chocolate chips, Cherry Chip Cookies are the perfect balance of soft, chewy, and flavorful. This easy-to-make recipe combines classic baking ingredients like brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of almond extract for an irresistibly nostalgic flavor profile that’s both unique and comforting. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies make an ideal treat for holidays, celebrations, or whenever you crave something special. Serve them fresh from the oven for gooey chocolate perfection or let them cool for a soft, tender bite that's perfect with a glass of milk. Bursting with vibrant cherry pieces and melty chocolate, these cookies are bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup (chopped and drained) maraschino cherries
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the chopped and drained maraschino cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear slightly underbaked. Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Cherry Chip Cookies warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.3 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.8 g | 439% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2631 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 647.1 g | 235% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 370.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
