Decadent Cocoa Cherry Cookies
These delightful cookies combine the richness of cocoa with the tangy sweetness of maraschino cherries. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a year-round treat, these cookies remain soft and flavorful, making them an irresistible dessert option.
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
powdered cocoa mix
2 envelopes (1 ounce each, with or without marshmallows)
water
2 tablespoons
all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups
unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
butter
1 cup (softened)
granulated sugar
1 cup
egg
1 large
maraschino cherries
24 (red or green, drained)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered cocoa mix and water. Stir until the mix is completely dissolved and smooth.
3
Add the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt to the cocoa mixture. Stir until well incorporated.
4
In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar, mixing until light and fluffy. Then, beat in the egg until well combined.
5
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry cocoa-flour mixture, mixing thoroughly until you have a smooth dough.
6
Drop heaping teaspoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7
Gently press a maraschino cherry into the center of each mound of dough.
8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. Keep in mind that the cookies will appear soft when you first remove them, but they will firm up as they cool.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Cocoa Cherry Cookies?
They are rich cocoa-flavored drop cookies topped with a sweet maraschino cherry, known for their soft texture.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 24 servings.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should be baked for 12 to 14 minutes.
What kind of cocoa mix is required?
Use two 1-ounce envelopes of powdered cocoa mix, which can include marshmallows if desired.
Do I need to dissolve the cocoa mix?
Yes, stir the cocoa mix into 2 tablespoons of water until it is completely dissolved and smooth.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
What type of sugar should I use?
Use 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Is there an egg in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires one large egg.
How many maraschino cherries do I need?
You will need 24 maraschino cherries, which should be drained before use.
Can I use green maraschino cherries?
Yes, you can use either red or green maraschino cherries.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
Yes, you should lightly grease the baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
How much unsweetened cocoa powder is added?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder in addition to the cocoa mix.
Is there any spice in these cookies?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon is added to the dough.
How much salt is included?
The recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
The first step is dissolving the cocoa mix in water in a large mixing bowl.
How do I prepare the butter and sugar?
Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How do I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the creamed butter and egg mixture into the dry cocoa-flour mixture, mixing until smooth.
How large should the cookie dough mounds be?
Drop heaping teaspoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet.
How far apart should I space the cookies?
Space the dough mounds about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
When do I add the maraschino cherry?
Gently press a cherry into the center of each mound of dough before placing them in the oven.
Why do the cookies look soft when I take them out of the oven?
The cookies appear soft when first removed but will firm up as they cool down.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them.
Where should I finish cooling the cookies?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Are these cookies suitable for the holidays?
Yes, they are described as perfect for holiday gatherings.
What is the classification for this cookie type?
They are classified as drop cookies.
What is the amount of water used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of water to dissolve the cocoa mix.
Can I use cocoa mix without marshmallows?
Yes, the recipe works with or without marshmallows in the cocoa mix.
What makes these cookies decadent?
The combination of rich cocoa and the tangy sweetness of cherries creates a decadent flavor profile.