Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and egg one at a time.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and dried cherries.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons about 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, chocolatey flavor with a hint of tartness from the cherries
- Chewy and gooey texture
- Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert
User Comments:
- "These are the most amazing chocolate cookies I've ever had!"
- "The combination of chocolate and cherries is perfection."
- "They're so easy to make and always a hit with my family."
- "I love that they're not too sweet and have a nice chewy texture."
- "These are perfect for a special occasion or just a treat for yourself."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dark chocolate chips, you can use semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips.
- If you don't have dried cherries, you can use dried cranberries or raisins.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
