Description
Cherry & Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of sweet-tart cherries, crunchy almonds, and rich chocolate. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Quick to prepare and utterly delicious, these cookies will have everyone asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips, dried cherries, and sliced almonds.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg