Description
These cookies combine sweet maraschino cherries, rich chocolate chips, and a subtle savory hint for a unique and delicious flavor experience. Crispy on the edges and chewy in the middle, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165 g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped, drained maraschino cherries
- 1 1/2 cups (270 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- About 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Using a mixer, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips with a rubber spatula, being careful not to squish the cherries.
- Add a pinch (about 1/4 teaspoon) of flaky sea salt and, if desired, a dash of smoked paprika or cinnamon.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on each cookie.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Drain and chop maraschino cherries finely to avoid soggy dough. Chill dough for 20 minutes if too sticky. Sprinkle flaky sea salt immediately after baking for best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze dough balls for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: maraschino cherry cookies, chocolate chip cookies, savory cookies, homemade cookies, easy cookie recipe