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Soft Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delightful balance of sweet, tart cherries and melty chocolate with a tender, chewy crumb. Perfect for bake sales and desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for even mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for even mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Measure by spooning into the cup and leveling.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup fresh or dried cherries, chopped If using fresh, blot dry to avoid excess moisture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
  6. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. Place a slice of bread in the container to help keep them soft. Can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.