Ingredients and Weight:
- Plain flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1 cup (225 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- White sugar: ½ cup (100 grams)
- Eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cocoa powder: ½ cup (60 grams)
- Maraschino cherries: 1/3 cup (60 grams), pitted and chopped
- Chocolate chips: ½ cup (80 grams)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
- Sift the flour and cocoa powder together and gradually add it to the wet mixture. Mix well.
- Stir in the chopped Maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
- Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 350 calories.
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- The cookies are rich in chocolate flavor with a slight tang from the Maraschino cherries. The texture is soft and chewy.
- The cookies are suitable for all ages and are perfect for any occasion, especially for dessert or as a snack.
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 preparation was also quite easy."
- "These cookies are a hit at my house! My family loves them."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use unsalted butter for accurate seasoning.
- When adding the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mix it gradually to avoid lumps.
- Use pitted Maraschino cherries to avoid any unexpected surprises while eating.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer.
