Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies: Easy Comfort in Every Bite
Enjoy the delightful combination of cherry and almond flavors with these simple Amish sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped cherries
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped cherries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense cherry flavor, use dried cherries.
- These cookies can be decorated with a light glaze or powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies