Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cherry Almond Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet maraschino cherries and creamy almond extract. These cookies are soft, tender, and topped with an optional white chocolate drizzle that elevates their festive appeal. Ideal for any gathering or as a cozy treat at home, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress friends and family alike. With a yield of about 30 cookies, they’re perfect for sharing or enjoying solo with your favorite beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (10-ounce) jar maraschino cherries, reserving 1-2 Tablespoons cherry juice
- 1 3/4 cup (255 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate melting wafers, optional
Instructions
- Drain maraschino cherries, chop them into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar until pale and airy.
- Mix in egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and reserved cherry juice.
- Slowly combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture; fold in chopped cherries.
- Chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F; line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Optional: Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg