Maraschino Cherry Cookie Recipe
These Maraschino Cherry Cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with cherry flavor. Perfect for holidays, parties, or any occasion when you want a sweet, fruity treat!
Ingredients
- - 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- - 1 cup powdered sugar
- - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- - 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
- - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- - 3/4 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries drained and patted dry
- - Optional: red food coloring for a vibrant cherry color
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and maraschino cherry juice and mix until combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the flour and salt until just combined. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to enhance the color.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Lightly press down on each ball to slightly flatten.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just set (the cookies should not brown).
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy these cookies as they are, or drizzle them with white chocolate for an extra special touch!
Notes
- Drain and pat the maraschino cherries dry to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies are perfect for holidays like Christmas or Valentine’s Day!