Description
Almond Cherry Cookies are a delightful fusion of sweet, nutty almond flavor and vibrant cherry sweetness. These soft cookies, each with a surprise cherry in the center, are beautifully glazed with cherry frosting for an extra touch of indulgence. Perfect for celebrations or as a sweet treat during any season, they are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Whether enjoyed with tea or served on a festive platter, these cookies offer a unique dessert experience that’s both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup ground almonds
- 1 cup softened butter
- ¾ cup powdered sugar (divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces maraschino cherries (halved)
- For the glaze: powdered sugar, cherry juice, almond extract, and milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, salt, and ground almonds; gradually add to the butter mixture until combined.
- Shape dough into balls with a cherry half inside each; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–9 minutes until edges are golden; cool on a rack.
- For glaze, combine remaining powdered sugar with cherry juice and almond extract; dip cookie tops in glaze and sprinkle with red decorating sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg