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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Delicious Maraschino Cherry Cookies That Wow Every Time

These Maraschino Cherry Cookies combine chewy texture with sweet cherries and rich chocolate for a memorable dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free blend for gluten-free cookies
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract omit for nut allergies
  • 1 teaspoon pink gel food coloring optional
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries finely chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Silicone baking mat
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until combined.
  5. Fold in a small amount of pink gel food coloring if desired, mixing until evenly distributed.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  8. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and place it on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  9. Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor and texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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