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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips

Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips

  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Can be made gluten-free or vegan with adjustments

Description

Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips are chewy, soft cookies bursting with the vibrant tartness of dried cherries and the rich, smooth flavor of mocha and semisweet chocolate chips. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect balance of sweetness, coffee-chocolate aroma, and tender texture, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 3/4 cup mocha chips
  • 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, blending well until fully incorporated.
  2. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender, soft cookie texture.
  3. Add Your Flavorful Chips and Cherries: Gently stir in dried cherries, mocha chips, and semisweet chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  4. Portion and Bake: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden while the centers remain soft.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to set perfectly and retain their chewy texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming and texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking enhances the flavor and reduces spreading.
  • Remove cookies from the oven when centers are slightly soft for chewy perfection.
  • Experiment with fresh, dried, or cherry preserves for different flavor variations.
  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
  • Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • Replace butter with coconut oil and eggs with flax eggs to make the recipe vegan.
  • Stir in 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to boost the mocha flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cherry cookies, mocha chips, chocolate chip cookies, chewy cookies, homemade cookies, mocha flavor, dried cherries, dessert, gluten-free option, vegan option

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