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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

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Delightful cookies that combine rich chocolate with sweet maraschino cherries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Room temperature
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice
Add-ins
  • 1 jar maraschino cherries Stems removed and blotted dry
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Can use dark chocolate chips for richer flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the maraschino cherries, chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and cherry juice.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Remember to thaw before serving.
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