Choco-Cherry Nut Drops

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Choco-Cherry Nut Drops are delightful cookies combining rich semi-sweet chocolate, chopped nuts, and tangy cherries. Crispy on the edges and chewy inside, these treats are perfect for chocolate lovers and make a crowd-pleasing snack or dessert for holidays and casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate morsels
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Sift together flour, soda, and salt.
  2. Cream the butter until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the brown sugar and sugar, creaming well.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until combined.
  5. Add dry ingredients gradually, blending well.
  6. Stir in chocolate morsels, chopped nuts, and chopped cherries.
  7. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
  8. Bake at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

817 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.6g 17% DV
Total Fat 35.8g 46% DV
Carbs 103.7g 38% DV
Fiber 2.7g 10% DV
Sugar 29.2g 58% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9872.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 569mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 144mg 48% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 28.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.5mg 11% DV
Calcium 130mg 10% DV
Iron 3.2mg 18% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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