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Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These chewy cherry chocolate chip cookies combine dried tart cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy with a soft, chewy texture. Ideal for cozy moments, potlucks, or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) dried tart cherries
  • 1 ½ cups (270 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pure vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the dried tart cherries and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through. Cookies should be golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

If dough is too soft to handle, chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before scooping. Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies chewy. Butter should be softened, not melted. Slightly underbake cookies for a soft center. Variations include using fresh cherries (pat dry), adding nuts, or substituting gluten-free flour and dairy-free ingredients.

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