Chewy Chocolate Cherry Cookies

The rich flavors of chocolate with the tangy sweetness of cherries are an irresistible indulgence for everyone who loves chocolate, those who love cherries, and even those who don’t!

These are so chewy and so yummy!

Chewy Chocolate Cherry Cookies

¾ cup butter, room temperature
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp. baking soda
½ tsp. kosher salt
1 cup chocolate-covered dehydrated cherries
½ cup chocolate chunks

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and creamy, about 4 minutes. 

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each. 

Add the vanilla. 

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. 

Add to the mixer and mix until just combined. 


Fold in the chocolate-covered cherries and chocolate chunks.

Form into 1”-sized rounds and flatten before placing on the parchment-lined cookie sheets.

 

Bake for 12-15 minutes, until flat and melty.

 

Remove from the oven and cool for 20 minutes before devouring or transferring to a serving plate.

 

These are super soft and chewy!