Are you searching for that perfect combination of sweet and nutty flavor? Look no further than the delightful cherry pecan cookies. These delectable treats are bursting with the flavors of plump, juicy cherries and crunchy, toasted pecans. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, let us guide you through the process of creating these heavenly cherry pecan cookies. Follow our simple step-by-step guide and baking tips, and you'll be enjoying these delicious cookies in no time!
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CHERRY-PECAN ICEBOX COOKIES
During the holiday season, I keep a roll of dough for these crisp cookies in the freezer. It's nice to offer unexpected company a home-baked treat. -Betye Dalton, Tupelo, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 13 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans and candied cherries. , Shape into four 8-in. rolls; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm., Unwrap and cut into 1/8- to 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned and edges are set. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHERRY PECAN COOKIES
Dotted with dried cherries and pecans, these slice-and-bake goodies look and taste yummy. Plus, the dough freezes very well. For my holiday baking, that's a must! -Amy Briggs, Gove, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine flour and baking powder; add half to creamed mixture and mix well. Beat in cream, then remaining flour mixture. Stir in cherries and pecans., Shape into two 8-in. logs; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
WHITE CHOCOLATE, CHERRY AND PECAN COOKIES
Make and share this White Chocolate, Cherry and Pecan Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lawsome
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 35m
Yield 20 cookies, 20-24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl.
- Beat butter, sugars and vanilla in a large mixer bowl until creamy.
- Add in the egg, beating well.
- Gradually beat in flour mixture.
- Stir in chips, pecans and cherries.
- Drop by VERY rounded tablespoons on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove to a plate to cool.
- To keep chewy, do not cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 22.8, Sodium 140.8, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 11.7, Protein 1.7
CHERRY-PECAN-CHIP SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES
Pull together a great gift idea in a jiffy with this tasty cookie mix. Start with Betty Crocker Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix, stir in some special add-ins, and add a personalized tag.
Provided by Cindy Rahe
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper or silicone nonstick baking mat.
- Stir together Dry Mix from jar with required Wet Mix ingredients until well mixed. Scoop dough about 2 inches apart onto cookie sheets.
- Bake 11 to 13 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
PECAN LINZER COOKIES WITH CHERRY FILLING
Crumbly, nutty cookies layered with sweet cherry jam and dusted with sugar make delectable valentines. If you're feeling soft-hearted, serve these alongside Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow Hearts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sift flour and baking powder into a bowl; set aside. Pulse pecans, confectioners' sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a food processor until finely ground (but not wet); transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Add butter and granulated sugar; mix on medium speed until fluffy. Mix in vanilla and egg. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until combined. Halve dough; shape into disks. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Working with 1 disk at a time, roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thick. Refrigerate 20 minutes. Cut out squares with a 2-inch fluted cutter. Cut out centers of half the squares with a 1/2-inch heart cutter; reroll scraps. Space 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake squares and hearts until pale golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to racks to cool.
- Meanwhile, heat jam in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced and thickened, about 7 minutes; let cool.
- Sprinkle cutout cookies with confectioners' sugar. Spread jam onto uncut squares; top with cutout ones.
CHERRY PECAN ICEBOX COOKIES
I like cookie recipes that allow me to prepare them one day and then bake them as I need them. The cherries make this a nice Christmas treat.
Provided by Elaine Douglas
Categories Cookies
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. 1. Cream butter and icing sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Sift flour and salt over butter mixture and stir until well blended. Stir in candied cherries and pecans. Divide dough into 3 equal pieces and shape into round logs, 10-inches in length and about an inch in diameter. Wrap and chill until firm, at least 3 hours. 2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. and line a baking tray with parchment paper. 3. Cut rounds of cookie dough as thinly as possible, about 1/8-inch thick and place on baking tray 1-inch apart. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, just until the outside edge of the cookie begins to color. Remove and cool completely. 4. Cookies can be made and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or frozen. Unbaked dough can also be wrapped airtight and then frozen. Makes about 4 dozen cookies.
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHERRY PECAN COOKIES
Had to make another Christmas cookie. Just so happens this is what I had on hand, all into the bowl with my chocolate cookie recipe. Wow, this may be added to my Christmas cookie list every year!!!
Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375. in bowl beat brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and egg white. Stir in Flour,baking soda,coffee and salt. Fold in chocolate chips, pecans and cherries. (pecans toasted in oven) (both pecans and cherries chopped in mini processor) Let dough set in refrigerator for 5-10min.
- 2. Drop dough by teaspoons on ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 8-9 minutes. Do not overbake. Cool for one minute before removing and placing on wire rack.
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cherries. Fresh cherries are best, but frozen cherries will also work. If using frozen cherries, thaw them before using.
- Chop the cherries finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cookies.
- Toast the pecans. This will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Use a combination of white and brown sugar. This will give the cookies a chewy texture and a rich flavor.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Conclusion:
Cherry pecan cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are chewy, flavorful, and packed with cherries and pecans. Whether you are a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, you are sure to love this recipe. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give cherry pecan cookies a try.
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