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There is something about a soft pink cookie that instantly feels like a celebration. The first time I made these, it reminded me of those old-fashioned bakery cases around the holidays—rows of pastel treats, glossy cherries, and little hints of chocolate tucked into every bite. These cookies bring that exact feeling home, but in a way that’s surprisingly simple and deeply satisfying to make from scratch. The flavor is where they really shine. Real maraschino cherry juice give