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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Soft and Chewy Maraschino Cherry Cookies for Sweet Moments

Delightful Maraschino Cherry Cookies that are soft and chewy, perfect for sweet moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Butter can be melted before mixing
  • 1 cup White Sugar essential for texture
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with additional white sugar if needed
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract may use almond extract for variation
  • 2 drops Red Food Coloring optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour no gluten-free substitute suggested
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness for the best rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt can use kosher or table salt
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries must be drained and chopped
For the Topping (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes adds a festive crunch
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts use pecans or walnuts for texture

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Hand Mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prep a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl until bubbly, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add white and brown sugar to the melted butter and blend until creamy.
  4. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the sugar mixture until smooth.
  5. Add red food coloring (optional) and stir in gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to wet ingredients.
  7. Fold chopped maraschino cherries into the dough carefully.
  8. Shape the dough into bite-sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Flatten each dough ball slightly to encourage even baking.
  10. Bake for about 12 minutes until lightly golden, then cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chop cherries carefully to maintain integrity and avoid an overly moist batter. Make sure the baking soda is fresh for the best rise. Customize flavors with nuts or dried cranberries for variation.

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