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Delicious Cherry Almond Cookies for Sweet Moments at Home

These Cherry Almond Cookies bring a delightful balance of tart cherries and nutty almond flavor, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 whole egg can substitute with a flax egg for a vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
For the Add-ins
  • 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat well.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined, then fold in chopped cherries and sliced almonds.
  6. Scoop the dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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