Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies
During the festive season, one of the simple joys is the aroma of freshly baked cookies filling your home. These Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of Christmas with their rich buttery flavor and the sweet tartness of cherries. This recipe is a classic favorite that never fails to bring smiles to everyone's faces.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets.
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Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Mix in the almond extract.
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Gradually add the flour and salt to form a soft dough.
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Fold in the cherries and almonds.
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Shape the dough into logs, refrigerate, then slice into rounds.
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Place the cookie rounds on baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes.
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Cool the cookies on wire racks before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 150 kcal per cookie
- Total Fat
- 9 g per cookie
- Saturated Fat
- 5 g per cookie
- Cholesterol
- 20 mg per cookie
- Sodium
- 50 mg per cookie
- Total Carbohydrate
- 15 g per cookie
- Dietary Fiber
- 1 g per cookie
- Sugars
- 6 g per cookie
- Protein
- 2 g per cookie
These Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies are perfect for gifting, sharing with loved ones, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea by the fireplace. The combination of buttery shortbread, sweet cherries, and crunchy almonds makes them a delightful addition to any holiday gathering or cozy night in. Try this recipe and create a batch of festive treats that will bring warmth and joy to your home.