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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

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These chocolate cherry cookies are soft, fudgy, and packed with rich chocolate and sweet-tart cherries. They’re easy to make, incredibly flavorful, and perfect for holidays or anytime indulgence.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
  • 1 cup dried cherries or chopped maraschino cherries (well-drained)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick dough forms.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
  7. Scoop dough into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are still soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra depth, add 1 tbsp espresso powder to the dough.
  • Use white chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading.
  • Fresh cherries can be used, but ensure they are pitted, chopped, and patted dry.
  • Freeze cookie dough balls to bake later; add 1–2 minutes to bake time.

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