Prepare to unleash a cookie experience that will make your taste buds dance with pure chocolate bliss! These Triple Chocolate Cherry M&M Cookies are not just another ordinary treat - they're a decadent symphony of rich chocolate, sweet cherries, and colorful candy pieces that will transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Whether you're a serious chocolate enthusiast or just looking to impress your friends and family, these cookies are guaranteed to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&M's
- 1 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips, M&M's, and dried cherries using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent dough texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Chill the Dough: For even more intense flavor and better cookie shape, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Uniform Cookie Size: Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing, which helps ensure even baking.
- Watch Baking Time Carefully: Since these cookies are dark from cocoa powder, use the time guide and look for slightly soft centers to prevent overbaking.
- Customize Your Mix-Ins: Feel free to experiment with different M&M colors or swap dried cherries with other dried fruits for variety.
- Storage Tip: To maintain freshness, store in an airtight container and separate layers with parchment paper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
