Description
Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies Delight are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a pop of vibrant maraschino cherries. These festive cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings and are easy to make, making them a great addition to your Christmas cookie tray.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and chopped maraschino cherries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter to achieve a smooth and airy texture.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding the flour, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg