Cherry Nut Cookies
Soft, chewy, and bursting with festive flavor, these Cherry Nut Cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. Made with a buttery dough and studded with vibrant maraschino cherries and crunchy walnuts, every bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and texture. The simple preparation makes this recipe a breeze, coming together in just about 30 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for holiday cookie trays or an indulgent afternoon snack, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether you're baking for a crowd or treating yourself, these melt-in-your-mouth cherry nut cookies will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries (drained and chopped)
- 0.75 cup walnuts (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and walnuts using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked but will set as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.7 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2600 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 668.5 g | 243% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 406.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1021 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
