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Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies

Irresistible Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

These Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies combine chewy oats, dark chocolate, and cherries for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Oats Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Choose dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cherries Ensure they are pitted and chopped.
  • 1 cup Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Or coconut oil for vegan option.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust sweetness level as desired.
  • 1 large Egg Consider using a flaxseed egg for vegan diets.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts or Seeds Walnuts or pumpkin seeds work beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices Mix in cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter (or coconut oil) and sugar until light and creamy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the egg (or flaxseed egg) until fully mixed, about 1 minute.
  4. Combine the oats and flour, then add the baking powder and baking soda. Mix on low speed.
  5. Fold in the chopped dark chocolate and cherries gently.
  6. Scoop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and centers are soft.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with a glass of milk or pair with a smoothie for a delightful treat. Experiment with gluten-free or vegan options for inclusivity.

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