Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Cookies

Chocolate, coconut, and maraschino cherries make a perfect combination in this festive cookie recipe. Enjoy these still warm with a nice big glass of milk.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Yield:
3 dozen cookies
Servings:
36

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter-flavored shortening
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • ¾ cup drained, dried, and chopped maraschino cherries
  • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2
Beat shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; stir until well incorporated.

Step 3
Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in another bowl; add to sugar mixture, blending until an even dough forms. Add oats, coconut, cherries, and chocolate chips until just mixed in.

Step 4
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

155
Calories
8g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 36
Calories 155
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat3g 13%
Cholesterol10mg 3%
Sodium92mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate20g 7%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars8g
Protein2g
Calcium17mg 1%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium56mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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