CHERRY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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We run a cherry orchard, so I'm always dreaming up new cherry recipes. These cookies are among of my family's favorites.-Pamela Alexander, Prosser, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/3 cup hot water
6 tablespoons shortening
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
3 teaspoons grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak cherries in hot water for at least 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, orange zest and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the chocolate chips and cherries with liquid., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Ann Harrison
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These cookies are perfect for a special occasion.


Enyihor Chinedu
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cherry chocolate chip cookies.


Steeve Joseph
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort.


Ritaj10 Ritaj
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The recipe was a little confusing to follow, but the cookies turned out okay.


Jaber Ahmed alvi Jaberahmedalvi420
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I had some trouble getting the cookies to bake evenly. Some of them were overdone, while others were still undercooked.


Omokhafe Silas
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The cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Arsalan Rehman
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and just for fun.


Aya Youssef
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I made these cookies for my family, and they loved them. They said they were the best cookies I've ever made.


Ruth Ramer
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These cookies are delicious! I love the combination of cherries and chocolate chips.


Petra Matijević
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The recipe was easy to follow, and the cookies turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Andya monjezy
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect balance of chewy and crispy.


Jasper Ferrie
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These cookies were a huge hit at my last party! They disappeared in minutes.


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