Chocolate Bourbon Cherry Cookie Recipe
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
36 cookies
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried tart cherries
  • ½ cup bourbon
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Directions
  1. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the dried cherries and the bourbon and heat the bowl in the microwave for 1 minute, then let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. After 15 minutes, drain the cherries into a separate bowl, reserving 1 teaspoon of the liquid.
  3. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar, mixing until fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs and remaining bourbon liquid to the bowl and mix thoroughly, then add the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt, and mix until well-combined.
  6. Gently fold the cherries into the batter.
  7. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, making 36 little balls, then bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
  8. Let cookies cool completely, and store extras in an airtight container.
  9. Serve and enjoy.