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Cherry Almond Chocolate Cookies Recipe

Cherry Almond Chocolate Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Sweet chocolate dreams meet nutty crunch in these irresistible cherry almond chocolate cookies. Crisp edges, chewy centers, and a delightful blend of rich chocolate, tart cherries, and toasted almonds invite you to savor each delectable bite.


Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients:

  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup (120g) dried cherries, chopped
  • ¾ cup (120g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup (60g) chopped almonds (toasted, optional)

Sweeteners:

  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed

Fats and Flavor Enhancers:

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract

Leavening and Seasoning:

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Create a workspace by positioning oven racks in the middle and heating to 350F (175C). Cover two baking sheets with parchment paper for smooth cookie release.
  2. Combine softened butter with granulated and brown sugars in a mixing bowl. Whip the mixture using an electric mixer until it transforms into a light, airy consistency with visible volume increase.
  3. Introduce egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture. Blend thoroughly, ensuring complete integration by scraping bowl sides periodically.
  4. Separately, sift flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture, mixing at low speed to prevent flour clouds and maintain smooth texture.
  5. Gently fold chocolate chips, chopped chocolate pieces, dried cherries, and sliced almonds into the dough. Distribute ingredients evenly to guarantee consistent flavor in each cookie.
  6. Portion dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, placing rounded mounds approximately two inches apart on prepared sheets. Delicately flatten each mound with fingertips to create uniform shape.
  7. Slide baking sheets into preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cookie edges develop a golden-brown hue. Monitor closely to prevent over-browning, recognizing cookies will continue cooking briefly after removal.
  8. Let cookies rest on baking sheet for five minutes, allowing initial setting. Transfer to wire cooling rack, permitting complete cooling and texture stabilization before enjoying the rich, multi-textured treat.

Notes

  • Customize Texture by Adjusting Ingredients: Swap butter for coconut oil to create a dairy-free version, ensuring same rich cookie experience while accommodating different dietary needs.
  • Prevent Spreading with Chilled Dough: Refrigerate cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to help cookies maintain shape and prevent excessive spreading during baking.
  • Enhance Flavor through Ingredient Toasting: Lightly toast sliced almonds before adding to dough to intensify nutty flavor and create deeper, more complex taste profile.
  • Maximize Moisture with Precise Mixing: Mix wet and dry ingredients just until combined to avoid developing tough gluten, which can result in dense, chewy cookies instead of soft, tender texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 164
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg