Ingredients
– 1/2 cup softened salted butter Adds richness and helps create a fluffy texture.
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough and contributes to a tender crumb.
– 1/2 cup light brown sugar Provides moisture and a deeper sweetness for chewy cookies.
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brings in warmth and enhances the overall flavor.
– 1 egg Binds the ingredients together for structure.
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base that gives cookies their shape.
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise and stay light.
– 1/4 teaspoon baking powder Adds a bit more lift for the perfect bake.
– 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances the sweetness and brings out flavors.
– 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Infuses a subtle warmth that pairs well with cherries.
– 1 cup chocolate chips Delivers gooey pockets of chocolate in every bite.
– 1 cup pitted and chopped cherries Offers that signature tartness and fruitiness.
Instructions
1-Prepping the Cherries and Oven: First, pit and chop the cherries, then dry them on paper towels to remove excess moisture. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2-Mixing the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, and cinnamon. This mix sets the foundation for your cookies.
3-Combining Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and keep beating until everything blends smoothly.
4-Bringing It All Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and dried cherries to distribute them evenly.
5-Baking and Cooling: Scoop the dough into balls and place them on the prepared sheets. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes until the cookies are just set and lightly golden. Let them cool on the sheet for 5 to 10 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool fully.
Last Step:
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🍒 Use fresh or dried cherries that are well dried on paper towels to prevent soggy dough.
🍪 Avoid freezing cherries unless the excess moisture is thoroughly removed to maintain cookie texture.
❄️ Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 168 calories
- Sugar: 17 grams
- Sodium: 133 milligrams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0.2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 22 milligrams