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Maraschino Cherry Cookies

Delicious Maraschino Cherry Cookies for Festive Fun

Delight in these Maraschino Cherry Cookies, boasting vibrant colors and a chewy texture for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 8 tbsp Butter Can substitute with margarine or vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar No substitutes recommended
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with more white sugar
  • 1 Egg Vegan alternative: flaxseed meal mixed with water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can swap with almond extract
  • 1/8 tsp Red Food Coloring Optional
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends work as a substitute
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
For the Key Ingredient
  • 16 oz Maraschino Cherries Ensure well-drained to avoid excess moisture

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • microwave-safe dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Maraschino Cherry Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe dish, melt the 8 tablespoons of butter until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  3. Combine melted butter with 1/2 cup white sugar and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a bowl. Mix until creamy.
  4. Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and combined.
  5. If using, add 1/8 teaspoon of red food coloring and mix well.
  6. Sift in 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir gently until just combined.
  7. Chop and fold in the drained maraschino cherries.
  8. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  9. Flatten each dough ball slightly with your hand.
  10. Bake for 12 minutes until edges are golden. The centers may look underbaked.
  11. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure maraschino cherries are well-drained to prevent soggy cookies. Use room temperature ingredients for better texture and avoid overmixing.

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