Description
These Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, with the sweet flavor of cherries and the nutty crunch of almonds in every bite. They are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday treats.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries (drained and patted dry)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (lightly toasted if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract until fully combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and sliced almonds.
- Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a drizzle of almond glaze made with powdered sugar and almond extract.
- Make sure cherries are well-drained and patted dry to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
