Decadent Chocolate Cherry Cookies: A Sweet and Fruity Delight

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup dried cherries (or fresh cherries, chopped)

1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

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Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in dried cherries and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Prepare

Creaming the Butter and Sugar: Ensure your butter is softened for a smooth and creamy mixture, as this helps create tender cookies.

Incorporating the Cherries and Chocolate: Gently fold these in to avoid overmixing the dough, which can make cookies tough.

Baking: Keep an eye on the cookies, as overbaking can make them dry. They should look slightly underdone when you remove them from the oven.

Preparation Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes per batch

Total Time: 30-40 minutes

Servings

Makes about 24 cookies.