Step 5: Fold in Chocolate Chips and Cherries
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped maraschino cherries using a spatula.
- Make sure the cherries are evenly distributed, but try not to crush them too much.
Step 6: Scoop the Dough
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet.
- Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Tip: If you like, you can press a few extra chocolate chips or cherry pieces on top for a prettier presentation.
Step 7: Bake the Cookies
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Remember, cookies continue to cook slightly after leaving the oven, so don’t overbake.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, though they rarely last that long!
Tips for Maximum Delight
- Cherry Prep: Chopping cherries small ensures each bite has a perfect balance of cherry and chocolate.
- Chewy Texture: For extra chewiness, replace 1/4 cup of butter with 1/4 cup of cream cheese.
- Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of almond extract—it complements cherries beautifully.
- Freezing Dough: This dough freezes well. Scoop balls onto a tray, freeze until solid, then store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding an extra 2–3 minutes.
The Final Result
When baked to perfection, these cookies boast golden edges with soft, chewy centers, dotted with sweet maraschino cherries and gooey chocolate chips. Every bite offers a playful contrast between tart cherry bursts and rich chocolatey goodness. Perfect with a glass of milk, coffee, or hot cocoa, these cookies are an instant crowd-pleaser.
Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies Delight will elevate your cookie game and leave everyone asking for seconds.
If you want, I can also create a visual step-by-step guide with images of each stage so it’s almost impossible to mess up the cookies. It would look like a mini recipe infographic! Do you want me to do that?
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