Description
A delightful cookie combining cherry and almond flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar.
- Sift the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cherries and sliced almonds.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- For a stronger cherry flavor, use cherry extract.
- You can substitute chopped pecans for almonds if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies