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
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.
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Jawas Khan
[email protected]These cherryettes are amazing! They are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I will definitely be making them again.
Habibullah Brohi
[email protected]These cherryettes are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they are still good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Owen Taber
[email protected]I highly recommend these cherryettes. They are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion.
MD Khalu
[email protected]These cherryettes are the perfect gift for any chocolate lover. They are so delicious and decadent.
Smrity Soudha
[email protected]I love the way these cherryettes look. They are so elegant and festive.
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[email protected]These cherryettes are a bit time-consuming to make, but they are definitely worth the effort. They are so delicious and impressive.
Billy Swartz
[email protected]I made these cherryettes for my Christmas party and they were a big hit! They are so festive and delicious.
Tony Kenneth
[email protected]These cherryettes are the perfect size for a party or potluck. They are also easy to transport.
Lungile Nzuza
[email protected]These cherryettes are a great way to use up leftover cherries. They are also a fun and easy project to do with kids.
Naushaji FF
[email protected]I love the combination of cherries and chocolate in these cherryettes. They are so delicious and decadent.
Game in Boss
[email protected]These cherryettes are the perfect holiday treat! They are so easy to make and they look so impressive. I will definitely be making them again.
Noelle Gilliam
[email protected]I made these cherryettes for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They are so cute and festive.
Mazher Basra
[email protected]These cherryettes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Sajid Pramee
[email protected]I've made these cherryettes several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and the results are always impressive. I highly recommend them!
Naseer U din Anjum
[email protected]These cherryettes are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet cherries and rich chocolate is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. My family and friends loved them!