Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.

Gently fold in the dried cherries.

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them evenly.

Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling on racks before serving.