Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and cherries: Stir in chocolate chips and chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
- If you prefer chewy cookies, bake for a shorter time.
- For crispier cookies, bake for a longer time.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra warmth.
Enjoy your delicious Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies!