Description
These Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate with the sweet-tart flavor of cherries, offering a perfectly chewy texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and dried cherries.
- Scoop about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough per cookie and place onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake — they will firm up as they cool.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a healthier sweetener.
- Try using fresh cherries for a juicier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Dark Chocolate, Cherry, Cookies, Dessert, Baking