Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with these irresistible Chocolate Cherry Blossom Cookies that promise to transform your ordinary baking experience into an extraordinary taste adventure! Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey cookie studded with luscious chocolate-covered cherries, creating a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious kitchen novice, these cookies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate-covered cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Chop the chocolate-covered cherries into halves or quarters, depending on your preference.
- Fold the chopped chocolate-covered cherries into the cookie dough, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing and texture.
- When creaming butter and sugars, mix until the mixture becomes light and fluffy - this creates a softer cookie.
- Sift dry ingredients to prevent lumps and ensure even distribution of cocoa and leavening agents.
- Don't overmix the dough after adding dry ingredients, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For an extra indulgent touch, slightly warm the cookies before serving to enhance the chocolate and cherry flavors.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
