Baking Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
• Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
• Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden brown.
• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.