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A plate of rich, glossy chocolate cherry cookies on a rustic wooden table, garnished with fresh cherries and drizzled with chocolate. The cookies are round, slightly cracked on top, showcasing a gooey cherry center and moist texture, styled with holiday-themed accents like sprigs of holly and festive cloth.

Chocolate Cherry Cookies for Easy Holiday Baking

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Chewy, chocolatey cookies filled with bright cherry chunks, topped with a glossy chocolate glaze for a festive touch.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup dried or fresh cherries, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla, mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients, mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped chocolate and cherries.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are firm.
  9. Let cool slightly before drizzling with melted chocolate, if desired.

Notes

  • Cherries can be replaced with dried cranberries for a different flavor.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to scoop.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Holiday/Festive
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg