Festive Chocolate Cherry Delight Cookies
Indulge in the spirit of the season with these delightful Festive Chocolate Cherry Delight Cookies. Perfectly blending the rich flavors of semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweet maraschino cherries, and toasted coconut, this delicious treat is sure to become a cherished family favorite. Each bite offers a satisfying combination of chewy and crunchy textures, making them a joy for both kids and adults alike. Bake a batch to share with friends and family or to keep for yourself—these cookies embody the warmth and joy of holiday gatherings.
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Servings
100
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
shortening
1 cup (None)
white sugar
1 1/2 cups (None)
large eggs
2 (Beaten)
almond extract
1 teaspoon (None)
all-purpose flour
2 cups (Sifted)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (None)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (None)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (None)
shredded coconut
1 1/2 cups (None)
chopped maraschino cherries
1 1/2 cups (Drained and chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the shortening and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the eggs and almond extract to the creamed mixture. Beat on medium speed for another 2 minutes until well combined and fluffy.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
5
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped maraschino cherries, ensuring that everything is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6
Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
13g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recipe name?
The recipe is for Festive Chocolate Cherry Delight Cookies.
What are the primary flavors in these cookies?
The cookies feature a blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips, maraschino cherries, almond extract, and toasted coconut.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 100 calories.
How much shortening is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of shortening.
What type of sugar is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of white sugar.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 2 large beaten eggs.
What is the recommended extract for flavoring?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of almond extract to enhance the cherry flavor.
How much flour is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Is there a leavening agent in the cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much salt is added to the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much chocolate chips should be added?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How much coconut is needed?
You should add 1 1/2 cups of shredded coconut.
How should the maraschino cherries be prepared?
The cherries should be drained and chopped before being folded into the dough.
How long should I cream the shortening and sugar?
Cream them together for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
How long do I beat the eggs and almond extract into the mixture?
Beat them on medium speed for another 2 minutes until well combined.
How should the dry ingredients be added?
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together, then gradually add them to the wet ingredients on low speed.
How do I incorporate the chips, coconut, and cherries?
Gently fold them in to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Grease the cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
What is the baking time for these cookies?
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges are lightly browned.
What is the cooling process?
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the fat content per cookie?
Each cookie has 5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one cookie?
There are 13g of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie provides 1g of protein.
Is there any information on sugar or sodium content?
Specific sugar and sodium values are not provided in the nutritional data.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include christmas cookies, holiday baking, and festive treats.
Are these cookies suitable for kids?
Yes, the description notes they are a joy for both kids and adults.
What is the texture of these cookies?
The cookies offer a satisfying combination of chewy and crunchy textures.