Description
These maraschino cherry thumbprint cookies are sweet and delightful treats perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, halved
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mix well.
- Stir in flour and salt until combined.
- Roll dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in the center of each ball.
- Place a cherry half in each indentation.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Melt chocolate chips and drizzle over cookies.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Substitute cherries with other fruits if desired.
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: maraschino cherry thumbprint cookies, cherry cookies, dessert recipes