Description
These Cherry Christmas Cookies are a festive and delicious treat that’s perfect for the holiday season. They’re buttery, crumbly, and packed with sweet candied cherries and crunchy nuts.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- 2 cups candied cherries
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Cream together butter and powdered sugar, then mix in the egg and vanilla thoroughly. On low speed, mix in flour, chopped nuts, and candied cherries until just combined.
- Chill Dough: Roll dough into two logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat and Slice: When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 325°F. Slice dough into rounds about ¼-inch thick.
- Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake until edges have set and cookies are just barely golden, 13-15 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Butter: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming.
- Chilling Dough: Chilling the dough helps it firm up and makes it easier to slice.
- Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the cookies while baking, as baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
- Cooling: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before storing.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
