Description
Delightful and buttery shortbread cookies studded with tart maraschino cherries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt. Stir until combined but do not overmix.
- Carefully fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Scoop tablespoon portions of dough, roll them into balls, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool for a couple of minutes on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a different flavor, try substituting almond extract for vanilla, or add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread, Christmas cookies, maraschino cherries, holiday baking, dessert recipes