Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the chopped dried cherries evenly throughout the dough.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to bring it together.
Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Use a cookie cutter to cut out desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.