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

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, blending at low speed until a dough forms.

Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, using a heaping teaspoon for each cookie.

Place the cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Push one chocolate-covered cherry halfway into the center of each cookie dough ball.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are puffy.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.