Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Maraschino Cherry Sugar Cookies that will bring joy to your taste buds! These soft, chewy cookies are infused with the sweet, vibrant flavor of maraschino cherries, making them a perfect treat for any occasion—be it holidays, parties, or cozy nights in. With their unique flavor and festive appearance, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and fun for all ages, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to add a charming dessert to their repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- Optional: 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg