Preheat the Oven:

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cream the Butter and Sugars:

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add Eggs and Vanilla:

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Combine Mixtures:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.

Add Cherries and Chocolate Chips:

Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Prepare to Bake:

Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake:

Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden brown.

Cooling:

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.