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Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies

Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies: A Buttery Delight for You

These Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies combine buttery richness with sweet maraschino cherries and almond flavor for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Maraschino Cherry Juice Cherry liqueur can substitute for a deeper taste
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract can be used if almond is unavailable
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Kosher or table salt are good options
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a nuttier flavor
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Maraschino Cherries Amareno cherries can intensify flavor

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • sharp knife
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together unsalted butter, powdered sugar, maraschino cherry juice, almond extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add all-purpose flour while mixing on low speed until a crumbly dough forms.
  3. Fold in chopped maraschino cherries using a spatula.
  4. Shape the dough into a log, wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Slice the chilled dough into ⅓-inch thick rounds and arrange on baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for better mixing. Uniform slices ensure even baking. Chill dough for best texture.

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