Best 3 Festive Cherrettes Recipes

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FESTIVE CHERRETTES



Festive Cherrettes image

My dad's favorite cookie.

Provided by Lois

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup shortening
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
20 candied cherries

Steps:

  • Blend together shortening, butter, salt, sugar, and vanilla. Add flour and pecans and mix into soft dough. Measure out level tablespoonfuls of dough and roll in palms of hands to form round balls.
  • Place on greased baking sheets. Press a little indentation in center of each ball with a thimble and put a half of candied cherry on top of each.
  • Bake in a 325 degree F (165 degrees C) oven for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 114.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

FESTIVE CHERRYETTES



Festive Cherryettes image

This is my dad's favorite Christmas cookie. It is on the order of a shortbred cookie. I absolutely hate nuts but you don't really taste them in this cookie. I put the nuts in my blend and ground them fine.

Provided by Cheesehead

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla (Yes Tablespoons)
2 cups flour
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
20 candied cherries

Steps:

  • Blend together shortening, butter, salt, sugar and vanilla.
  • Add flour and pecans and mix into a soft dough.
  • Chill.
  • Preheat oven to 325° F and grease cookie sheets.
  • Measure out level tablespoonfuls of dough and roll between palms of hands to form round balls.
  • Place on greased cookie sheets.
  • Press a little indentation in center in each cookie with a thimble and put half of cherry on top.
  • Bake in preheated 325 oven for 25 minutes.

FESTIVE CHERRETTES



Festive Cherrettes image

My dad's favorite cookie.

Provided by Lois

Categories     Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup shortening
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
20 candied cherries

Steps:

  • Blend together shortening, butter, salt, sugar, and vanilla. Add flour and pecans and mix into soft dough. Measure out level tablespoonfuls of dough and roll in palms of hands to form round balls.
  • Place on greased baking sheets. Press a little indentation in center of each ball with a thimble and put a half of candied cherry on top of each.
  • Bake in a 325 degree F (165 degrees C) oven for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 114.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: This will ensure that your cherrettes are packed with flavor.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: They should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Be generous with the cheese: Cheese is what makes cherrettes so rich and decadent.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: This will add depth and complexity to the flavor of your cherrettes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make cherrettes, so feel free to get creative with your ingredients and cooking methods.

Conclusion:

Cherrettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a cherrette recipe that you'll love. So what are you waiting for? Start cooking!

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