Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of almonds and cherries with these old-fashioned Almond Cherry Cookies. Baked to perfection, these cookies boast a buttery, crumbly texture and a burst of sweet and nutty flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup chopped raw almonds
– 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. – In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. – Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. – Fold in the chopped almonds and cherries.
7. – Scoop the dough by the tablespoonful onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
9. – Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a festive touch, you can add a maraschino cherry on top of each cookie before baking. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Snacks & Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American