Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies Recipe
These Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies combine buttery, tender shortbread with bursts of sweet maraschino cherries and rich mini chocolate chips, making a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. The cookies are crisp around the edges and melt in your mouth with every bite, offering a charming balance of fruity and chocolaty flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shortbread Base
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup corn starch
Add-ins
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to properly prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and confectioner’s sugar. Using an electric mixer, cream them together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, ensuring the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and corn starch to the creamed mixture. Continue mixing with the electric mixer until a sticky dough forms and ingredients are well combined.
- Incorporate Cherries and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto a non-stick baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
- Flatten the Dough Balls: Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten it slightly, giving each cookie its classic shortbread shape and texture.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the tops appear dry without any shiny or wet spots, indicating they are properly baked.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Transfer the cookies carefully onto parchment paper on the counter using a spatula, and allow them to cool completely before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delightful Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies at your next gathering or as a sweet everyday treat.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overbake; the cookies should be just dry on top to maintain a tender crumb.
- Chopped maraschino cherries can be drained and patted dry to avoid excess moisture in dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a slightly different flavor, try substituting chopped dried cherries or cranberries in place of maraschino cherries.
Keywords: shortbread cookies, cherry cookies, chocolate chip cookies, holiday cookies, easy baking, buttery cookies
