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A plate of rich, dark chocolate cherry cookies with glossy cherry pieces and a dusting of powdered sugar, styled on a rustic wooden surface with subtle holiday decorations, highlighting the luscious cherries and velvety chocolate textures.

Decadent Chocolate Cherry Cookies Easy Holiday Baking

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These decadent chocolate cherry cookies are the perfect holiday treat, bursting with cherry flavor and coated in rich chocolate.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1½ cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs and vanilla until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients into wet mixture, mixing well.
  6. Fold in chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cookies are set.
  9. Cool on wire racks before serving.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes for best results.
  • Use high-quality dried cherries for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160 Kcal
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg