Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Cherry Chip Cookies

Brace yourselves, chocolate lovers – these Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Cherry Chip Cookies are coming in hot! If you’re anything like me and were that kid who needed chocolate in every form (yes, I’m talking chocolate cereal, chocolate milk, chocolate-everything), then these cookies are right up your alley. They’re fudgy, rich, and just when you think they can’t get any better, they surprise you with sweet, tart cherry chips and melty white chocolate.

What are cherry chips?

The cherry-chocolate love affair started in our family thanks to my mother-in-law, who brought these quirky little cherry chips into my life and changed my holiday baking forever! Ever since she shared her classic Cherry Chip Cookies recipe, they’ve been a staple in our house. These double chocolate cherry chip cookies take that nostalgic flavor to new levels by adding a fudgy chocolate cookie base that’s totally gluten-free – perfect for everyone to enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup butter, browned (don’t worry, we’ll cover how to brown butter below!)
• 1 tablespoon almond milk
• 1 cup date paste (blend 2 cups pitted dates with 1 cup hot water)
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ cup white chocolate chips
• ½ cup cherry chips (trust me, they’re the star)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. You’re just moments away from chocolatey bliss.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Set this chocolatey mixture aside.

Brown the Butter

Now comes the fun part: brown that butter! In a light-colored saucepan, melt your butter over medium heat. Keep stirring until golden flecks appear and a nutty aroma fills the air (about 4-6 minutes). Pour the butter into a heat-proof bowl and let it cool for 10 minutes. You’ll want to belt out a tune here because, hey, browned butter waits for no one.

Make the Date Paste

Grab your blender and pulse 2 cups of pitted dates with 1 cup of hot water until smooth. This sweet, natural sugar substitute keeps the cookies chewy and balances the chocolate richness. For more details checkout my how to make date paste guide.

Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine the browned butter, date paste, almond milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and caramel-like.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until everything is combined. Over-mixing is the enemy of soft cookies, so be gentle!

Fold in the Cherry and White Chocolate Chips

Gently fold in the white chocolate and cherry chips. The dough should look absolutely irresistible by now – and yes, a few test bites are totally acceptable!

Chill the Dough

Pop the dough in the fridge for 20 minutes. This step is key for perfectly chewy cookies.

Scoop and Bake

Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto your baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, until the cookies are set around the edges and soft in the middle. Let cool (or not) and dive in!

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Baking Tips and Tricks

Why Browned Butter?

Browning the butter adds a deep, nutty flavor that balances the richness of the chocolate and the sweet-tart cherry chips. It’s a small step with a big payoff – don’t skip it!

Refrigerating the Dough

Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and gives the cookies a delightfully chewy texture. If you’re short on time, you can freeze the dough for about 10 minutes instead.

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Pair with More Festive Favorites!

Make these cookies a part of your holiday baking lineup! They’re perfect for a gift box or a cozy night in with hot cocoa. Here are some other recipes to try from my kitchen:

• 2024 Holiday Cookie Box – For a festive spread that’s sure to impress.
• Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies – Because you can’t have too much gingerbread during the holidays!
• Gluten-Free Orange Glaze Cookies– A vintage recipe, without the shortening, and oh-so-delicious.
• Ginger Apple Cider Fizz Mocktail – A refreshing drink to balance out all the holiday sweetness.
• Roasted Blender Tomato Soup – A cozy, savory option for a little balance.
• Maple Roasted Carrots and Toasted Veggie Sandwich – Perfect for an easy, veggie-packed lunch after a cookie binge.

Gift Ideas 🎁

Package these cookies in a festive tin with a little handwritten note and, if you’re extra like me, a few sprigs of rosemary or cinnamon sticks. It’s a thoughtful (and tasty) way to spread the holiday spirit. Plus, who doesn’t want to unwrap something chocolatey and delicious?

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