Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Cherry Blossom Cookies, a perfect blend of cherry and chocolate flavors. These vibrant treats are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive celebrations. With a unique combination of maraschino cherries and Hershey Kisses, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will surely impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings. Plus, the fun decorating options allow you to unleash your creativity in the kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cherry juice
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 1 cup chopped cherries
- 24 Hershey Kisses (for topping)
- Optional: 2 ounces chocolate chips (for drizzle)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in cherry juice and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms, then gently fold in chopped cherries.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out dough onto a lined baking tray, rolling each ball in sugar beforehand.
- Chill the shaped cookies for 20-30 minutes before baking at 350°F for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Immediately press a Hershey Kiss into each cookie's center after removing from the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg