Description
Delicious Almond Cherry Cookies combining sweet cherry and nutty almond flavors for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped almonds (slivered or sliced)
- 1 cup dried cherries (or fresh, chopped)
- Optional: A sprinkle of almond extract for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped almonds and cherries gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Consider using pre-chopped nuts and dried cherries to speed up your prep time. For a healthier alternative, use coconut sugar or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg