Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chocolate Cherry Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (180°C), setting the stage for some delicious baking.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, grab your electric mixer and beat together the sugar and butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a delightful base for your cookies.

3. Step 3

   Next, add in an egg and a splash of vanilla extract, continuing to mix until everything is beautifully combined.

4. Step 4

   Now, it’s time to bring in the dry ingredients—gently stir in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder until your dough is smooth and ready to shine.

5. Step 5

   With your dough prepared, roll it into walnut-sized balls and place them about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets, giving them room to spread as they bake.

6. Step 6

   To add a special touch, use your thumb to create a little indentation in the center of each cookie ball.

7. Step 7

   Now, let’s bring in the star of the show: the maraschino cherries! Drain the cherries, saving the juice for later, and nestle one cherry into the indentation of each cookie.

8. Step 8

   In a small saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, stirring gently until the chocolate melts into a smooth, luscious mixture.

9. Step 9

   Stir in about 4 teaspoons of the reserved cherry juice, then drizzle or spoon about a teaspoon of this chocolate goodness over each cherry, creating a delightful topping.

10. Step 10

    Pop the cookie sheets into your preheated oven and bake for around 10 minutes, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

11. Step 11

    Once they’re done, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy the sweet anticipation as you wait for these delightful treats to be ready to share (or keep all to yourself)!.