Description
Maraschino Cherry Sugar Cookies are a delightful fusion of soft, chewy sugar cookies and vibrant bursts of maraschino cherries. Perfect for any occasion, these visually stunning treats bring a festive flair to gatherings or cozy nights at home. With an easy-to-follow recipe, bakers of all skill levels can create these irresistible cookies that are sure to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to savor the sweetness and make lasting memories with each delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup maraschino cherries (drained and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie/30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg