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Almond Cherry Cookies

Delicious Almond Cherry Cookies for a Cozy Holiday Treat

These Almond Cherry Cookies are a must-try holiday treat, combining a buttery base with sweet maraschino cherries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar substitute with granulated sugar if preferred
  • 1 large egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or substitute with almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract can substitute with more vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend for dietary option
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt never omit
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar can be omitted but affects texture
  • 12 pieces maraschino cherries dry before adding
Optional Topping Variation
  • 0.5 cup blanched almond slices

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Incorporate 1 beaten egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of almond extract into the mixture, beating until fully combined and smooth, around 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of cream of tartar. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm it.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Scoop tablespoons of chilled dough, roll into small balls, and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, checking for a light golden color on the edges.
  7. Press half a maraschino cherry into the center of each cookie immediately after removing from the oven, then cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, not melted. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

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