Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

Why Make This Recipe

Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight are a treat that everyone will love. They combine the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with the sweetness of dried cherries. Whether you are baking for yourself, your family, or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to please. Plus, they are easy to make and can be whipped up in no time!

How to Make Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.)
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda (Ensure it’s fresh for best results.)
• 1 pinch Salt (Try coarse salt for an unexpected crunch.)
• 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (Softened for easy creaming.)
• 0.75 cups Brown Sugar (Dark brown sugar gives a richer flavor.)
• 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar (Can reduce slightly for less sweetness.)
• 1 large Egg (Substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Opt for pure vanilla extract for the best outcome.)
• 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips (Feel free to use milk chocolate for a sweeter touch.)
• 0.5 cups Mocha Chips (Can replace with more chocolate chips for simplicity.)
• 0.75 cups Dried Cherries (chopped) (Fresh cherries are fantastic when in season.)

Directions

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the dark chocolate chips, mocha chips, and dried cherries.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Serve Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

These cookies are best enjoyed warm, paired with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. They make a great dessert or snack for any gathering. You can also serve them on a cookie platter for parties or just for a cozy evening at home.

How to Store Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

Keep your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for about a week. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Just place them in a freezer-safe bag, and they can last for up to three months.

Tips to Make Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

• Ensure your butter is at room temperature for better mixing.
• Don’t overmix the dough; this helps keep the cookies soft and chewy.
• Experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add nuts if you like.

Variation

Feel free to customize your cookies! You can add nuts, use white chocolate instead of dark, or switch the dried cherries for raisins or cranberries.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh cherries instead of dried?
Yes, fresh cherries are delicious! Just be sure to chop them and remove the pits.

2. How can I make these cookies vegan?
You can substitute the egg with a mixture of flaxseed meal and water and use a vegan butter replacement.

3. Can I reduce the sugar in the recipe?
Absolutely! You can lower the amount of granulated sugar for less sweetness while still enjoying the chewy texture.

Chewy Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies with Mocha Chips Delight

Deliciously chewy cookies combining chocolate, coffee, and cherries, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 27 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
• 1 pinch Salt Try coarse salt for an unexpected crunch.

Wet Ingredients

• 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened for easy creaming.
• 0.75 cups Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar gives a richer flavor.
• 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Can reduce slightly for less sweetness.
• 1 large Egg Substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for the best outcome.

Mix-Ins

• 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Feel free to use milk chocolate for a sweeter touch.
• 0.5 cups Mocha Chips Can replace with more chocolate chips for simplicity.
• 0.75 cups Dried Cherries (chopped) Fresh cherries are fantastic when in season.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the dark chocolate chips, mocha chips, and dried cherries.

Baking

1. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for better mixing. Don't overmix the dough; this helps keep the cookies soft and chewy. Feel free to customize your cookies by adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.