Best 5 Spiced Cherry Bells Recipes

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If you're looking for a sweet and tangy treat, look no further than spiced cherry bells. These little gems are a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a hint of spice. They're also incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to desserts. So whether you're looking for a simple snack or a festive addition to your next party, spiced cherry bells are sure to please.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED CHERRY BELLS



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Coffee and ginger flavor this old-fashioned recipe Peggy Graving of Butte, Montana received from her mother-in-law years ago. "I always bake up a batch for the dessert buffet I host on Christmas Eve," Peggy writes. "Everyone comments on the taste, and the bell shape of the cookies adds to the festive occasion."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield About 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1 egg
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
14 maraschino cherries, quartered

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Beat in corn syrup, egg and cream. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate dough for 2-4 hours or overnight. , On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , In a bowl, combine the first three filling ingredients; mix well. Stir in pecans. Place 1/2 teaspoon of filling in the center of each cookie. Shape into a cone by folding edges of dough to meet over filling; pinch edges together. Place a piece of cherry at open end of each bell for clapper. , Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICED CHERRY BELL COOKIES



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At Christmas, my mother always baked 12 different types of cookies and placed trays of them on our dining room table, along with nuts, candies, and fruits. It was always beautiful. She passed this recipe on to me because it was my absolute favorite. Not too sweet, just right! The dough can bit a bit sticky, so keep it refrigerated until ready to use, and try to work quickly with it.

Provided by saammw

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h42m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee
1/2 tst. salt
1 cup butter
1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1 egg
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
1 1/2 cups pecans, finely chopped
maraschino cherry, to make the clappers

Steps:

  • For dough:.
  • Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger and coffee. Cream butter and gradually add firmly packed brown sugar. Mix well.
  • Blend in dark corn syrup, egg and heavy cream. Beat well. Add dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Refrigerate dough for at least one hour. Roll out dough, 1/3 at a time on floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 3-inch rounds. Place on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • For filling:.
  • Combine all filling ingredients and mix well. Place 1/2 teaspoons of filling in the center of each round. Shape into a bell by folding the two upper edges of dough toward the center, covering all but the lower edge of the filling, using a spatula if necessary. Place 1/4 or 1/2 of a maraschino cherry just below lower edge of filling for the clapper. Bake at 350 degrees 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1181.1, Fat 65.5, SaturatedFat 27.9, Cholesterol 150.1, Sodium 473.1, Carbohydrate 142.8, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 73, Protein 12.5

SPICED CHERRY BELLS



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MY MOM USED TO MAKE THESE AT CHRISTMAS TIME. THEY ARE ONE OF MY KIDS FAVORITES. JUST DON'T SKIMP ON ANY OF THE INGREDIANTS

Provided by Missy Parent @missyskitchen

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cup(s) sifted flour
1/2 teaspoon(s) soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) ginger
1/2 teaspoon(s) instant coffee
1 cup(s) real butter
1 1/4 cup(s) packed brown sugar
1/4 cup(s) light karo syrup
1 - unbeaten egg
1 tablespoon(s) heavy cream
1 tablespoon(s) melted butter
3 tablespoon(s) marachino cherry juice
1 1/2 cup(s) chopped pecans

Steps:

  • SIFT DRY INGREDIANTS
  • CREAM- BUTTER, BROWN SUGAR,KARO SYRUP, EGG, AND CREAM. MIX DRY INGREDIANTS. DIVIDE DOUGH IN FOURTHS AND CHILL FOR ATLEAST 4 HOURS. ROLL DOUGH 1/3 AT A TIME TO 1/8IN. CUT INTO ROUNDS. PLACE 1/2 TO 1 TSP. FILLING IN MIDDLE OF COOKIE FOLD OVER SIDES. PLACE 1/2 CUT CHERRY ON THE EDGE OF FILLING. BAKE AT 350 FOR 12-15 MIN.
  • FILLING- MIX BROWN SUGAR, BUTTER, CHERRY JUICE AND PECANS.

CHERRY BELL COOKIES



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My mother, who was an avid collector of cookie recipes, always baked this cookie for Christmas. It is one of the many had in her special recipe book, which held only her favorite recipes.

Provided by Robin J.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 cup butter
1 ¼ cups packed brown sugar
¼ cup dark corn syrup
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon cream
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cherry juice
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
60 maraschino cherries, halved

Steps:

  • Sift together: 3 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ginger and 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee. Put aside.
  • Cream 1 cup butter or margarine. Add 1 1/4 cups brown sugar. Cream well. Blend in dark corn syrup, egg, and cream. Add dry ingredients and mix well.
  • Roll out dough, 1/3 at a time on floured board to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut cookies into 2 1/2 inch rounds. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • To Make Filling: Combine 1/3 firmly packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoons cherry juice. Stir in 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts, chopped fine.
  • Place 1/2 teaspoon filling in center of each round. Shape into a bell by folding sides of dough to meet over the filling using spatula to fold over sides. Make top of bell narrower than at the clapper end. Place 1/2 of a maraschino cherry (cut side down) at open end of each bell for clapper. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 116.8 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

SPICED CHERRY SAUCE



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Here's a version of a recipe my mom used to make! Over the years I've cut back on the amount of spices but still enjoy the combination, whether over ice cream, pound cake, fruitcake, pancakes and even some meats! At times I've even jazzed it up a little with a bit of cherry flavoring, if you know what I mean!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 2 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed
1 cup light corn syrup
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Except for the cherries, combine all ingredients in a saucepan & bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat & simmer 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat & stir in cherries.
  • Cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 62.3, Carbohydrate 69.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 38.9, Protein 0.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries. Be sure to thaw frozen cherries before using.
  • Use a variety of spices to create a unique flavor profile. Some common spices used in cherry bell recipes include cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • Be sure to simmer the cherries in the spiced syrup for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve cherry bells warm or at room temperature. They can be served on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Spiced cherry bells are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a festive and flavorful dessert that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give spiced cherry bells a try.

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