Description
Deliciously rich and buttery shortbread cookies infused with the sweetness of maraschino cherries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherries: Pit and chop the maraschino cherries and drain them well, patting dry with paper towels.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Flavors: Stir in vanilla extract and almond extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Mix Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and fold in the cherries.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least an hour.
- Preheat and Shape: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and shape the dough into logs or cut into shapes.
- Bake: Bake on a lined baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Decorate (Optional): Drizzle melted white chocolate on cooled cookies and sprinkle with almonds or mini chocolate chips.
Notes
Make sure to chill the dough for the best texture and maintain cookie shape while baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread, holiday cookies, maraschino cherries, Christmas baking, festive treats