Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
20 min.
18
191kcal

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Craving a sweet treat that's bursting with flavor and a touch of whimsy? Then look no further than these Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies! This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, earning its "Popular" badge for a reason. Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie, studded with rich dark chocolate chips and the bright, sweet pop of maraschino cherries. It's a delightful combination that will have everyone reaching for seconds (and maybe even thirds!).

What's even better? These delightful cookies are ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for a spontaneous dessert craving, a quick after-school treat, or a last-minute addition to any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is wonderfully easy to follow. You'll be amazed at how simple it is to create these bakery-worthy cookies in your own kitchen.

The contrast of flavors and textures – the buttery sweetness of the dough, the intense dark chocolate, and the playful cherry bursts – makes these cookies truly irresistible. Plus, each cookie clocks in at just around 191 calories, making them a guilt-free pleasure you can enjoy. Get ready to experience a symphony of flavors in every bite – these Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are about to become your new favorite dessert!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • cup chocolate chips dark
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup maraschino cherries chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Mix the butter and sugars in a bowl, beat in the egg followed by the vanilla extract.
  2. Mix the flour, baking soda and salt in another bowl.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet until they are just incorporated.
  4. Mix in the chocolate and the maraschino cherries.
  5. Place the dough onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet one tablespoon at a time and bake in a preheated 350F oven until just lightly golden brown around the edges, about 8-10 minutes, let cool on sheet for 2 minutes and transfer to cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories191kcal
Protein4.44%
Fat40.35%
Carbs55.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.06
Glycemic Load
8.67
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.7982608777997%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:190.55kcal
9.53%
Fat:8.64g
13.29%
Saturated Fat:6.24g
39.01%
Carbohydrates:26.58g
8.86%
Net Carbohydrates:25.76g
9.37%
Sugar:17.48g
19.43%
Cholesterol:23.99mg
8%
Sodium:110.65mg
4.81%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:2.14g
4.27%
Selenium:4.5µg
6.43%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.31%
Folate:19.54µg
4.89%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.51%
Calcium:43.38mg
4.34%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.97%
Iron:0.66mg
3.65%
Vitamin A:176.53IU
3.53%
Fiber:0.82g
3.3%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.17%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.14%
Phosphorus:29.44mg
2.94%
Potassium:87.72mg
2.51%
Copper:0.05mg
2.33%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.27%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.74%
Magnesium:6.8mg
1.7%
Vitamin K:1.34µg
1.28%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.23%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%