Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl until well combined.

Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and dried cherries.

Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set but centers remain soft.