Description
Cherry & Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate your baking game. These soft, chewy cookies combine rich semi-sweet chocolate with tart dried cherries and crunchy sliced almonds. Perfect for any occasion, they deliver a burst of sweetness and nutty goodness in every bite, making them an ideal treat for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips, dried cherries, and sliced almonds.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg