Coconut And Cherry Drops

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 36 Cuisine: American

Sweet coconut and cherry drops are tender cookies with a chewy texture, featuring almond and cherry flavors, perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a delightful treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and almond extract to the creamed mixture and beat well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Stir in the coconut, chopped maraschino cherries, and nuts.
  6. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
  7. Top each cookie with a cherry.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

585 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.7g 11% DV
Total Fat 35.3g 45% DV
Carbs 66.9g 24% DV
Fiber 4.9g 17% DV
Sugar 11.3g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12418.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 324.8mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 10mg 11% DV
Calcium 1558.8mg 100% DV
Iron 5.3mg 30% DV

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

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