Best 2 Cheery Cherry Cookies Recipes

If you're a fan of sweet and tangy treats, then you'll love these cheery cherry cookies. Made with fresh cherries, simple ingredients, and a touch of love, these cookies are sure to brighten your day. Whether you're looking for a special dessert to serve at a party or just a quick and easy snack to enjoy, these cheerful cherry cookies are the perfect choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEERY CHERRY COOKIES

Cheery Cherry Cookies image

With a tall glass of ice-cold milk, a couple of cherry cookies really hit the spot for dessert or as a snack. The coconut and bits of cherries provide a fun look and texture. -Judy Clark, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, well drained and chopped
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. In another bowl, mix the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in the cherries, coconut and pecans. , Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA PARSON'S CHEERY CHERRY DATE NUT DROP COOKIES

Grandma Parson's Cheery Cherry Date Nut Drop Cookies image

My sister has a life long bud, Mary Jane who had a Grandma Parsons that loved to bake. Grandma Parsons gave this recipe to my Mom, and so there cookies have been in both families for several generations now. These cookies are moist and loaded with fruits,nuts and dates, a perfect Christmas combination.

Provided by Jane Whittaker

Categories Cookies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 c butter, softened
2 c light brown sugar, packed
2 eggs
1/2 c buttermilk
1 c walnuts, chopped
1 c maraschino cherries, halved
2 c dates, chopped

Steps:

1. Sift together flour, soda, salt. Set aside.
2. Cream butter, brown sugar, eggs. Mix til light and fluffy
3. Add creamed mixture alternately with flour mixture, then add buttermilk.
4. Stir in nuts, cherries, dates.
5. Drop by teaspoons on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
6. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or unti lightly browned.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
Pit the cherries before using them.
Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk.
Stir in the chopped cherries.
Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These cherry cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are soft and chewy with a slightly tart cherry flavor. The cookies are also very versatile and can be decorated with a variety of toppings, such as sprinkles, chocolate chips, or nuts. Whether you are looking for a simple snack or a special dessert, these cherry cookies are sure to please everyone.