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Soft Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Soft Chocolate Cherry Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a chewy texture infused with sweet cherries and rich chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's softened, not melted.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Can substitute with dark chocolate chips for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped Frozen cherries can be used; just thaw and chop.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract and combine until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To keep cookies fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.