# Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies Recipe
#### Serving Size: 24 cookies
#### Preparation Time: 15 minutes
#### Baking Time: 10 minutes
#### Total Time: 25 minutes
### Introduction
Looking for a sweet and tempting dessert recipe? Try your hands on these Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies that are the perfect blend of rich chocolate and juicy cherries. Ideal for a relaxing day-end treat or as a dessert surprise for loved ones!
### Why Make This Recipe
These Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies are easy to whip up and taste heavenly! The recipe is great for novice bakers looking for a simple dessert project. Plus, these cookies are just the right size for sharing at small get-togethers or baking a batch to gift!
### How to Make Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies
#### Ingredients :
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup cocoa powder
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1 cup dried cherries
#### Directions :
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until it’s light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one-by-one, then blend in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add it into the wet mixture.
5. Mix in chocolate chips and dried cherries evenly into the dough.
6. Spoon out tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges firm up but the centers are still soft.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
### How to Serve Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies
Enjoy these scrumptious cookies with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or just as they are. Rest assured, each bite will be a delight!
### How to Store Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container, at room temperature for up to a week. Your cookies will retain their texture and flavor!
### Tips to Make Gooey Chocolate Cherry Cookies
1. Ensure your butter is soft, but not melted. It creams better, leading to lighter, fluffier cookies.
2. For the chewiest cookies, remove them from the oven when they appear just set with the centers still gooey. They’ll firm up as they cool!
### Variations (If Any)
– Swap dried cherries for dried cranberries or apricots for a different flavor.
– Mix and match chocolate chip type or use a combination of semi-sweet, milk, or white chocolate chips.
– Add a dash of almond extract to boost the flavor.
### FAQs
– **Q1:** Can I use fresh cherries instead of dried?
**A1:** Dried cherries work better in this recipe as they don’t release juice and alter the cookie dough’s moisture.
– **Q2:** What can I use instead of granulated sugar?
**A2:** You could substitute the granulated sugar with coconut sugar for a healthier version.
– **Q3:** How do I know when my cookies are done baking?
**A3:** The cookies are done when the edges are set but the center is still soft and looks a bit undercooked. The cookies will continue to cook on the hot baking sheet even after you take it out of the oven.