Chocolate-Cherry Filled Cookies

Prep: 20 min

Chocolate-Cherry Filled Cookies offer a delightful combination of rich cocoa and sweet maraschino cherries, perfect for dessert lovers and special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 10 oz. maraschino cherries, drained
  • 1 1/2 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. cocoa
  • 1/4 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Instructions

  1. Stir together the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Chop the drained maraschino cherries and fold into the dough.
  6. Roll the dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes or until set.
  8. Allow cookies to cool, then fill with chopped cherries or use as desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

761 kcal 38% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV
Total Fat 34.2g 44% DV
Carbs 92.7g 34% DV
Fiber 11.8g 42% DV
Sugar 13.3g 27% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12520.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 966.5mg 21% DV
Cholesterol 144mg 48% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 28.3mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 1608.8mg 100% DV
Iron 9.1mg 50% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % 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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