Description
Last summer, I was experimenting in my kitchen trying to come up with the perfect cookie to bring to my friend’s outdoor BBQ. I wanted something that screamed “summer” but also had that little caffeine kick we all secretly crave. After playing around with different combinations, these Cherry Mocha Chip Cookies were born, and let me tell you – they were an absolute HIT!
Ingredients
For the cookies:
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened to room temp
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar (light or dark, whatever you have)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules (I use whatever’s in my pantry)
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup dried cherries, roughly chopped (don’t skip the chopping!)
Optional but amazing:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- A pinch of cinnamon (just a tiny bit!)
Real talk about ingredients:
The instant coffee is key here – don’t try to substitute brewed coffee or you’ll mess up the dough consistency. I usually use whatever cheap instant coffee I have in the back of my cabinet.
For the cherries, I’ve tried both the super expensive fancy ones and the regular grocery store brand. Honestly? They both work great. Just make sure they’re not rock-hard old ones.
Room temperature butter is crucial! I always forget to take it out early, so I usually cut it into small pieces and let it sit on the counter for abou