CHEERY CHERRY COOKIES

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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

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.

Jeff Turner
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These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They are festive and delicious.


Wilson Okabuebu
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out great. They are a favorite of my family and friends.


Ove Khan
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they are worth it. They are so delicious and they look so impressive.


Lea De Guzman
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I'm not a big fan of cherries, but I loved these cookies. The chocolate chips really balance out the tartness of the cherries.


KUDRT jan
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These cookies are so chewy and delicious. I love the way the cherries burst in my mouth.


Cingh Yuvraj
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I made these cookies with my kids and they had a blast. They loved helping me measure the ingredients and stir the batter.


Liza Yunis
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cherries. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit.


Sharif Islam
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I love the combination of cherries and chocolate in these cookies. They are so rich and decadent.


Jason Flores
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious, and they look beautiful.


Mohamed Nouh
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the fact that they are not too sweet.


Juan David Martelo Reales
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These cookies were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I love the chewy texture and the sweet cherry flavor. I will definitely be making these again.