Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped and well-drained
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. (Step 1) In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until well combined.
  2. (Step 2) Using an electric mixer, cream the room temperature butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  3. (Step 3) Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until incorporated.
  4. (Step 4) Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. (Step 5) Carefully fold in the chopped maraschino cherries (ensure they are well-drained) and chocolate chips using a spatula.
  6. (Step 6) Shape the dough into a log about two inches thick.
  7. (Step 7) Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about one to two hours.
  8. (Step 8) Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) while waiting for the dough to chill.
  9. (Step9 ) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper once your oven is hot.