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Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies to Festive Bliss

Delightful Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies blend rich flavor with vibrant cherries, perfect for gifts and festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar can be swapped with a sugar alternative
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt omit if using salted butter
For the Flavor
  • 3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries drained well
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla for best results

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Electric Mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Gradually mix in 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in 3/4 cup of chopped maraschino cherries and 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips.
  5. Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn lightly golden.
  7. Cool cookies on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for later enjoyment. Gently reheat in the microwave for 5–10 seconds if desired.

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