Cherry-Chocolate Chip Treat (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1 cup chopped and well-drained maraschino cherries
→ Optional Substitutions
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Try using vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips if you want these cookies dairy-free.
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Switch out a bit of the flour for whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste and extra fiber.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place parchment paper on baking trays so the cookies won't stick.
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Combine the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars. Using a mixer, beat until the mixture is fluffy—this'll take about 2–3 minutes.
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Mix in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one blends in before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla to finish.
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In another bowl, mix together the salt, baking soda, and flour. Slowly add this dry mix to the butter mixture, stirring until it's just combined.
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Fold in the maraschino cherries and chocolate chips. Mix gently so they're evenly spread in the dough.
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Scoop out about 1–2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and drop onto baking sheets. Leave about 2 inches between them.
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Pop them in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. They’re ready when the edges start to turn golden and the center just sets.
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Let the cookies sit on the tray for five minutes before moving them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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Use a cookie scoop if you want all your cookies to be the same size.
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Slip in a splash of almond extract during the vanilla step to add a hint of nuttiness.
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Pair these cookies with a cold glass of milk or your favorite coffee for the perfect snack.