Nutty Cherry Bites (Print)
Crumbly almond treats with surprising maraschino cherry middles, drizzled with cherry glaze and fun red sugar crystals.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup soft butter
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3/4 cup fine sugar (powdered)
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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2 1/4 cups regular flour
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1/4 teaspoon table salt
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3/4 cup ground slivered almonds
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8 oz jar of maraschino cherries, cut in half, save 1 teaspoon of juice
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Red sugar sprinkles for decorating
→ Frosting
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2 cups powdered sugar (confectioner's)
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1 teaspoon almond flavor extract
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1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
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2-3 tablespoons of milk, as needed
# Steps:
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Turn your oven on and set it to 375°F (190°C).
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Mix together vanilla, butter, and powdered sugar in a large bowl until creamy.
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Stir together the salt, flour, and almonds in a separate bowl, then add this mixture slowly to the butter mixture.
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Scoop out some dough, press a hollow in the center, add half a cherry, and cover it up by rolling the dough into a ball. Press it down a little before placing it on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
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Bake for 8 to 9 minutes at 375°F (190°C) or until the edges show the first hint of golden. Let them cool once out of the oven.
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Whisk together the powdered sugar, cherry juice, and almond extract in a small bowl. Gradually mix in milk for the right dipping texture.
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Dip the tops of the cookies into the icing, let the excess drip off, and put them on a wire rack. Sprinkle the red sugar on top right away.
# Additional Notes:
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For soft, crumb-free cookies, don’t pack flour; gently scoop and level it.
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The hidden cherry in these cookies adds a juicy burst of flavor in each bite.
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Using fresh cherries may make cookies softer due to their moisture.
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Keep cookies fresh for three days by sealing them in an airtight bag or container at room temperature.