Where can I get tart dried cherries?

I buy mine at Costco as whole dried cherries and then chop them prior to putting them in the cookies. You could also look online.

Can I use fresh or maraschino cherries?

I have never tried either of these but I would not recommend them. The dough is already quite soft and adding a wet fruit would likely create a very flat and crisp cookie.

Oatmeal Cherry Cookies - Alaskan Skillet

Description

These Oatmeal Cherry Cookies are bursting with flavor, loaded with tart dried cherries, rich dark chocolate, sweet coconut, and crunchy pecans. With a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, a crisp golden edge, and a soft, chewy center, they’re downright irresistible

Ingredients

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½ cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter softened

1 ¼ cups (240 grams) brown sugar lightly packed

¼ cup (55 grams) granulated sugar

1 large egg + 1 yolk*

¼ cup (60 milliliters) buttermilk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon almond extract

1 ½ cups (~190 grams) all-purpose flour

¾ cup (80 grams) oats

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup (45 grams) shredded unsweetened coconut

¾ cup (90 grams) pecans chopped

7 ounces (200 grams) dried tart cherries chopped

1 cup (185 grams) dark chocolate chips

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Instructions

In a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, buttermilk, and extracts. Mix until well combined.
Add the flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
Stir in the coconut, nuts, dried cherries, and chocolate chips on low speed until evenly distributed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough using a trigger ice cream scoop or spoon. If needed, roll into a ball with your hands.* Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Refrigerate the sheet for 10 minutes.
Bake at 400°F for 10–11 minutes, until golden brown. The centers will look soft—this is normal. Do not overbake.
Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!

*All nutritional information is an estimation only. Exact nutritional value depends on exact amounts and ingredients used.

Notes

Eggs - if doubling, simply use 3 eggs.

4. Use a trigger ice cream scoop (disher) to shape cookies without sticky hands. Dip it in hot water between scoops for easy release.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 70 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American