Cherry Cookies: Tart and Tender Homemade Treats
Soft, buttery cookies balanced with tart dried cherries and a hint of almond extract. A versatile and sophisticated treat perfect for snacking, gifting, or celebrations.
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Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup dried tart cherries (finely chopped)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar at medium speed until smooth
- Add egg yolks, one at a time, and almond extract; mix until incorporated
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt; stop mixing immediately after combination
- Fold in chopped dried cherries and optional chopped slivered almonds for texture
- Chill dough for 30 minutes
- Portion dough into 1-ounce balls (about 24 total)
- Place balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets
- Bake 12-14 minutes until edges are golden
- Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks
Notes
Use non-alcoholic almond extract if required
Pulse-dry cherries in a food processor for better texture integration
Store in airtight containers at room temperature up to 5 days
Pulse-dry cherries in a food processor for better texture integration
Store in airtight containers at room temperature up to 5 days
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 120mg | Sugar: 15g