Description
Delightful Almond Cherry Cookies that merge sweet cherries and nutty almond flavors into irresistible bites.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the almond extract and chopped dried cherries.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each cookie with the beaten egg for a golden finish, if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Cookies can be prepared in advance and frozen. For a different twist, try using other dried fruits or adding nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, almond, cherry, dessert, baking, sweets