1cupmaraschino cherriesstems removed, chopped and blotted dry
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter on low speed until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add the egg, sugar, vanilla, the 1/4 cup +2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and buttermilk. Mix well.
Add the flour, salt, and baking soda stirring until just mixed. Fold in the cherries and mix thoroughly combine.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, place rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cookies spring back when touched.
Notes
In place of the unsweetened cocoa powder, you can substitute 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate, melted and cooled.