Description
Indulge in these soft, gooey cookies that combine the richness of chocolate with tart cherries, creating a delightful treat that brings joy and nostalgia.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chunks or chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy—about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chunks and chopped cherries.
- Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges appear set but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute unsalted butter with coconut oil. Use gluten-free flour if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate, cherry, cookies, dessert, baking