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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and confectioner's sugar. Use an electric mixer to cream them together until smooth.
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Add the all-purpose flour and corn starch to the mixture. Use the electric mixer to blend the ingredients until a sticky dough forms.
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Add the chopped maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips to the bowl. Mix them into the dough until evenly distributed.
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Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a non-stick baking sheet, leaving at least 2 inches of space between each ball.
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Use a fork to gently flatten the cookie dough balls.
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Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the cookies for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the tops look dry and no longer shiny.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the cookies to a parchment paper-lined surface to cool using a spatula.
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Serve the cookies and enjoy!