Cherry Chunk Cookies
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Cherry Chunk Cookies
Description
Cherry Chunk Cookies bring together softened butter, both brown and white sugars, and almond extract whisked with an egg to form a rich base. Flour, baking soda, and salt are sifted and incorporated carefully to provide structure. Dark chocolate chunks and chopped dried cherries are folded in, lending texture and bursts of sweetness and tartness throughout the dough. Shaped into small balls and baked at 350°F, the cookies develop a delicate golden exterior while remaining tender inside. The almond extract adds a subtle depth that enhances the fruity and chocolate flavors without overpowering them.
The cookies can be served as a simple treat with tea or coffee, or packed for lunches. Their balance of sweet and tart notes makes them pleasant for those who appreciate fruit and chocolate combinations. They maintain their shape and texture well, making them practical for various occasions.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter , softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar , packed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 cup dried cherries , chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add butter, brown sugar, and sugar to your stand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Add in the egg and almond extract until smooth.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt then add to the stand mixer on the lowest speed setting.
- Stir in the chocolate chunks and cherries.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and add them 2 inches apart to your baking sheet, pressing them down slightly to flatten them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cookie sit for 5 minutes before removing from baking sheet.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 137 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 137kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 86mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 307IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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