Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies I

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup dried cherries
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including baking time)

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips and dried cherries.
6. Drop the cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie for spreading.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, you can enjoy the cookies or store them in an airtight container for later.

Nutritional Information: (Per cookie, based on recipe yield of about 24 cookies)

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g (Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on actual ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich chocolate flavor combined with the sweetness of cherries creates a unique and delightful taste.
• The cookies are soft and chewy with a slightly crispy edge.
• The addition of chocolate chips and dried cherries makes these cookies a perfect blend of chocolate and fruity flavors.

User Comments:

• "These cookies are amazing! The combination of chocolate and cherries is so delicious."
• "I love how soft and chewy these cookies are. The chocolate and cherry flavors are perfect together."
• "These cookies are a great treat for chocolate and cherry lovers alike."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use good quality chocolate chips for the best flavor and texture in the cookies.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration to achieve the desired texture.