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Paradise and Pennant Candied Fruit

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies

These cookies are a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal chocolate chip recipe, with the addition of chewy and sweet candied cherries that add a burst of flavor in every bite. The combination of chewy oats, melty chocolate chips, and juicy candied cherries creates a perfect harmony of flavors and textures that will have your taste buds singing with joy.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter or margarine, softened
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 3/4 cups Milk Chocolate chips
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup chopped candied cherries

 

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375° F. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in small bowl.

Beat butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Beat in egg.

Gradually beat in flour mixture and milk. Stir in chips, oats and candied cherries. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes or until edges are crisp but centers are still soft.

Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.