Cherry Infusion Cookies
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tart with these Cherry Infusion Cookies. Soft and chewy, they burst with the rich flavors of dried cherries, complemented by a hint of vanilla and a sprinkle of sea salt. Ideal for an afternoon treat or as a thoughtful gift, these cookies are sure to become a household favorite!
ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Sea salt for sprinkling
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 5.
Fold in the chopped dried cherries and pecans, if using, until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- 6.
Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 7.
Lightly sprinkle sea salt over the top of each cookie before baking.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 9.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
