Description
Deliciously buttery shortbread cookies infused with dried cherries and almond extract, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a mixing bowl.
- Mix in the almond extract.
- Gradually sift in the flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the dried cherries and sliced almonds.
- Roll the dough into small balls (about one tablespoon) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown, then allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy with tea or coffee!
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming. Don’t overmix the dough to maintain a tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread cookies, cherry, almond, easy recipe, baking