Cherry On Top(Cookies)
Indulge in the delightful Cherry On Top cookies, a perfect blend of rich cream cheese and nutty pecans, crowned with a sweet maraschino cherry. These treats are ideal for gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, sure to please both kids and adults alike with their unique texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream together the Crisco and cream cheese.
- Add sugar, egg, and almond extract.
- Sift flour, salt, and soda together, then add to the mixture.
- Chill for 1 hour.
- Roll into 1-inch balls.
- Roll in crushed pecans.
- Put a cherry half in the center of each ball and press down lightly.
- Bake on the top rack of the oven at 350° for 10 minutes.
- The cookie should be white or light in color.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
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).