Cherry Chocolate Mocha Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, chewy cookies brimming with dark chocolate, cherries, and a hint of bold mocha in every decadent bite.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Cookie Dough

01 - 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
02 - ½ tsp baking soda
03 - ¼ tsp salt
04 - ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup brown sugar, packed
06 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

→ For the Mix-Ins

09 - ½ cup dark chocolate chips
10 - ½ cup mocha chips
11 - ½ cup dried cherries, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
04 - Mix the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture until smooth.
05 - Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until well blended.
06 - Gently stir the chocolate chips, mocha chips, and chopped dried cherries into the dough until evenly distributed.
07 - Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
09 - Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Chill the dough for a chewier texture.
02 - Use high-quality cherries for better flavor and texture.
03 - Sprinkle sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast.