Description
Delight in the nostalgic flavors of these soft and sweet cherry cookies, perfect for sharing love on any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla and almond extract.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets, leaving space in between each dollop. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for optimal texture. Do not overmix to keep cookies soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cherry cookies, baking, Valentine's Day, dessert, soft cookies