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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Delightful Chocolate Cherry Cookies combining tart cherries and rich chocolate for a nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour essential for structure and chewiness
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder unsweetened for rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 tsp baking soda helps cookies rise
  • 1/4 tsp salt balances sweetness
For the Sugars
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened for easy creaming
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar provides sweetness
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar adds moisture and caramel flavor
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract enhances flavor
For the Chocolate and Fruit
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips offering decadent chocolate goodness
  • 3/4 cup dried cherries provides a tart contrast

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy.
  4. Add in the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and dried cherries.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set yet soft in the center.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness if desired. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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