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A plate of richly baked chocolate cherry cookies topped with glossy cherries and sprinkled with powdered sugar, set against a warm wooden background with festive decorations nearby. The cookies are cracked slightly on top, revealing a gooey cherry and chocolate interior, with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a holiday touch. The scene is cozy, inviting, and perfect for holiday baking.

Chocolate Cherry Cookies for Easy Holiday Baking

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Chewy cookies loaded with rich chocolate and juicy cherries, perfect for holiday treats and festive gatherings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup dried or fresh cherries, pitted and chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips and cherries.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets, spacing apart.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

  • Use fresh or dried cherries based on availability for different textures.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute part of the flour with cocoa powder.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg