Cherry-Almond Cookies

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

Chewy cherry-almond cookies feature vibrant maraschino cherries and toasted almonds, offering a delightful combination of sweetness and nutty flavor, perfect for festive occasions or teatime treats.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 slightly beaten egg white
  • 1 cup chopped blanched almonds
  • Red and green maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Thoroughly cream together butter and sugar.
  2. Add egg yolk, milk, salt, and almond extract; beat well.
  3. Stir in all-purpose flour.
  4. Chill the dough before baking.
  5. Fold in chopped blanched almonds and maraschino cherries as desired before baking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

860 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 39.1g 78% DV
Total Fat 56g 72% DV
Carbs 51.5g 19% DV
Fiber 5g 18% DV
Sugar 15g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10195mg 100% DV
Potassium 731.5mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 653.3mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 168.3mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 15.6mg 17% DV
Vitamin D 3mcg 15% DV
Calcium 275.5mg 21% DV
Iron 6.3mg 35% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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