Cherry Blossom Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Cherry Blossom Cookies, a scrumptious treat that combines the sweetness of maraschino cherries with the richness of chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and visually appealing, making them a favorite among bakers and dessert lovers alike. With a simple recipe featuring easily accessible ingredients, you’ll love sharing these cookies with friends and family or enjoying them as a special treat for yourself.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 24 Hershey Kisses
- Optional: 2 ounces chocolate chips for drizzling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the maraschino cherry juice and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, blending until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
- Scoop even portions of dough onto a lined baking tray, rolling each in sugar.
- Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for about 10 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
- Press a Hershey Kiss into the center of each warm cookie before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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