Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the cocoa powder and baking powder and mix 2 more minutes. Add the eggs one at a time. Next add the flour and salt mixing to combine. Fold in the chocolate chips and dried cherries. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Divide into 6 portions and roll into 10.5"x2". Bake at 325°F/163°C for 10-12 minutes. Cut into strips after cooled. Place strips onto rack and bake another 5-10 minutes.
