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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Delicious Maraschino Cherry Cookies for a Sweet Surprise

Delight in these Maraschino Cherry Cookies, combining chocolate chips with fruity bursts for a joyful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Substitution: Gluten-free baking blend (1:1)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch Enhances softness and tenderness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Crucial for a fluffy texture
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt Use sparingly to elevate all flavors
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Make sure it's at room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1.25 cups light brown sugar Contributes a lovely caramel flavor
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar Works harmoniously with brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs Essential for achieving that chewy consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A staple for classic cookie flavor
  • 0.125 teaspoons almond extract Can be omitted for nut allergies
  • 1 teaspoon pink gel food coloring Optional but makes for a striking presentation
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Ensure even distribution in the dough
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries Must be drained and finely chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Maraschino Cherry Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and almond extracts, mixing until just combined.
  5. Mix in a few drops of pink gel food coloring to achieve your desired hue.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  7. Fold in finely chopped maraschino cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
  8. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet, pressing in extra chips or cherries if desired.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes until soft in the center and golden at the edges.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for best results and ensure thorough mixing for an even distribution of flavors.

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