Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats are the kind of cookies that make the whole kitchen feel warm, cozy, and wonderfully nostalgic. Every bite blends rich chocolate with sweet cherry flavor in the most irresistible way. Growing up, these soft and chewy treats were my little moment of comfort during busy holidays, and now I love sharing this joy with the Recipes Charming community. If you adore Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats and want something delightfully tender like chewy chocolate cherry cookies, you’re in for a real treat.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Soft, chewy, bakery-style texture.
- Rich chocolate flavor balanced with sweet cherries.
- No complicated steps beginner-friendly.
- Perfect for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or everyday snacking.
- Comes together quickly with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients Needed for This Recipe
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, finely chopped
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cherry juice (from jar)
How to Make Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Stir in the cherry juice for extra flavor.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet using a tablespoon or cookie scoop.
- Bake 9–11 minutes, until cookies are set around the edges but soft in the center.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
How to Serve Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats
- Enjoy warm with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.
- Serve on a dessert platter with chocolate-dipped cherries.
- Add vanilla ice cream for an indulgent cherry-chocolate sandwich.
How to Store Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Refrigerate: Keeps for 1 week.
- Freeze: Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for 10 seconds to restore softness.
Tips to Make Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats
- Don’t over-bake this keeps them chewy.
- Chop cherries finely to prevent wet pockets.
- Add white chocolate chips for extra contrast.
- Chill dough 20 minutes if it’s too soft.
Helpful Notes for This Recipe
- You can use dried cherries instead of maraschino for deeper cherry flavor.
- Gluten-free flour works if using a 1:1 baking blend.
- For darker chocolate flavor, add 1 teaspoon espresso powder.
Variation Ideas
- Black Forest Style: Add mini chocolate chunks + whipped cream on top after baking.
- Cherry Almond: Add ½ teaspoon almond extract.
- Triple Chocolate: Use white, milk, and dark chocolate chips.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen cherries in this recipe?
Absolutely! Frozen cherries work surprisingly well in Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats, especially when fresh cherries aren’t in season.
Just make sure to chop them into small pieces and pat them completely dry with paper towels before adding them to the dough. Any extra moisture can make the cookies spread too much or become overly soft. If you prefer a more intense cherry flavor, you can even mix in a spoonful of the thawed cherry juice, but do so carefully and adjust the dough texture as needed. Frozen cherries give the cookies a juicier bite and a richer cherry aroma.
2. How do I make the cookies even chewier?
To achieve that irresistible, bakery-style chewy texture, there are a few simple tricks you can follow. First, adding one extra tablespoon of brown sugar deepens the moisture and enhances the caramel notes in the cookies. Second, you should slightly under-bake the cookies remove them from the oven when the edges are set, but the center still looks soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
You can also chill the dough for 20–30 minutes if you want a thicker, chewier cookie that doesn’t spread as much. These small details make a big difference in the final result.
3. Can I double the recipe without problems?
Yes! This cookie recipe doubles very well and is great for baking during holidays, parties, or when preparing dessert boxes. When doubling, simply multiply all ingredients by two no need for complicated adjustments.
If you’re mixing a larger batch, just ensure your mixer is big enough or divide the dough into two mixing rounds. The dough handles the extra volume beautifully. You can bake all of it right away or freeze half the dough for a future cookie craving. Doubling the recipe is perfect when you want a generous batch of chewy chocolate cherry cookies to share with friends and family.
Conclusion
These Cherry Chocolate Cookies Treats are everything you want in a cookie — soft, chocolaty, and bursting with cherry goodness. I can’t wait for you to try them and share your experience with the Recipes Charming community. Every batch is a delicious reminder that baking should feel joyful, cozy, and simple.