Snowcapped Cherry Nibbles
Indulge in the whimsical charm of Snowcapped Cherry Nibbles, a festive treat that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. These tender, buttery cookies are wrapped around sweet maraschino cherries, creating a surprise-filled bite that’s irresistibly soft and flavorful. Each cookie is lovingly dusted with powdered sugar to mimic a glistening snowy cap, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or any occasion that calls for a touch of elegance. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, these delicate morsels are both easy to make and impossible to resist. Serve them at your next party or gift them in a decorative tin for a sweet, seasonal treat that’s sure to brighten anyone's day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 20 pieces Maraschino cherries
- 100 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
Drain the maraschino cherries and pat them dry with paper towels.
Take a small piece of dough (approximately 1 tablespoon) and flatten it slightly in your hand.
Place a maraschino cherry in the center of the dough and gently wrap the dough around the cherry until it is fully enclosed. Roll it into a smooth ball.
Place the dough-wrapped cherries on the prepared baking tray, leaving about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
Remove the tray from the oven and let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes.
While the cookies are still slightly warm, roll them in powdered sugar to create the 'snowcapped' effect.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.8 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.0 g | 565% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 469.5 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 221.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
