Looking for a tasty holiday dessert? Then check out these cherry-almond cookies that can be made ahead of time.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h30m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle almonds in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown. Cool 10 minutes. In food processor, process almonds until finely chopped; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add egg and almond extract; beat on medium speed until smooth. On low speed, beat in flour, baking powder and salt until dough forms. Stir in cherries and chopped almonds.
- Form dough into 2 (8-inch) logs. Wrap in plastic wrap or waxed paper. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- Heat oven to 375°F. Cut dough into 1/8- to 1/4-inch slices. On ungreased cookie sheets, place slices 2 inches apart.
- Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges start to turn golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
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Nick Claus
[email protected]These cookies were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I'm definitely going to make them again.
Syed Danyal Haider
[email protected]These cookies were a big hit with my family and friends. I'll definitely be making them again.
Ganesh Junu
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for me, but I still enjoyed them.
Sunil Koirala
[email protected]I love the combination of cherry and almond in these cookies. They're so festive and delicious.
Esha Zahra
[email protected]These cookies were a little too crumbly for my taste, but they still tasted good.
Nakamate Rahma
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cherry cookies, but these were actually really good. The almond flavor really balances out the sweetness of the cherries.
Md Sadikul Mia
[email protected]These cookies were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
Usman Dhuddi
[email protected]I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
Peyton Lowery
[email protected]These cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.
Niroshn Dissanayaka
[email protected]I love how these cookies turned out! They're so soft and chewy, and the cherry and almond flavors are perfect together.
Tyler Ford
[email protected]The cookies were easy to make and tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.
Joanna Alvarengas
[email protected]These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Aasheeqa Devries
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a favorite. They're so simple to make and they always come out delicious.
Malvin Nyokabi
[email protected]These cookies were a hit! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I love the combination of cherry and almond flavors.