Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

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This recipe makes soft, sweet cookies with bright cherry bites and melting chocolate. The cookies are easy to mix and bake for a quick treat. If you like simple cookie mixes and loaf ideas, try the flavor notes from chocolate chip banana bread for more inspiration.

Why This Recipe Works

The butter and sugar cream creates a tender crumb. The maraschino cherry juice adds a light cherry flavor without extra work. Chopped cherries give small bursts of taste while chocolate chips add richness. The baking soda helps the cookies spread just enough for soft edges and a chewy center.

Why you should try this recipe

You should try this recipe because it is quick, uses common ingredients, and makes a fun twist on regular chocolate chip cookies. The cherries make the cookies bright and different. Kids and guests often like the color and flavor.

How to make Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

You mix the wet ingredients, add dry flour mix, fold in cherries and chips, scoop the dough, and bake. The whole process is simple and clear, and the results are soft, chewy cookies with cherry pieces and chocolate.

Ingredients :

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries, 1 cup chocolate chips

Equipments Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Electric mixer or wooden spoon
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Wire rack for cooling
• Spoon or cookie scoop

Step-by-Step Instructions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Stir in the maraschino cherry juice.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined.
7. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
8. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

How to serve Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Serve warm or at room temperature. These cookies pair well with milk, coffee, or vanilla ice cream. You can press a few extra chocolate chips on top right after baking for a pretty finish.

How to store Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a zip-top bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Tips & Tricks

• Drain cherries well before chopping to avoid too much moisture.
• Chill dough 15 minutes if it feels too soft to shape.
• Use a cookie scoop for even baking.
• If you like chewier cookies, bake on the lower end of the time range. For crisper edges, bake a minute or two longer.
  For more mix-and-bake ideas with a seasonal twist, you can look at the chocolate chip pumpkin bread for spice suggestions.

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap white or dark chocolate chips for different sweetness.
• Use half brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
• For a nutty add-in, fold in 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
• To reduce sweetness, rinse cherries and pat dry before chopping.

FAQs

Q: Can I use fresh cherries instead of maraschino?
A: Fresh cherries have more moisture and less syrup. If you use fresh, chop and pat dry, and reduce cherry quantity to avoid wet dough.

Q: Can I skip the cherry juice?
A: Yes. The juice adds cherry flavor, but you can replace it with 1/4 cup milk if you prefer.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. Chill the dough in the fridge for up to 24 hours, or freeze scooped dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen with a minute or two extra time.

Q: Do I need to adjust bake time for large cookies?
A: Yes. Larger cookies will need more time. Add 2–4 minutes and watch the edges for golden color.

Conclusion

These Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are an easy way to add a fruity twist to a classic treat, and many cooks share similar fun cookie ideas like these on recipe blogs such as Maraschino Cherry Cookies with Chocolate Chips – The First Year. For another take on cherry and chocolate, you can read a different recipe and tips at Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies.

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