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Strawberry Frosted Cherry Cookies

Delightful cookies featuring a blend of maraschino cherry and luscious strawberry frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For the cookie batter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar For sweetness
  • 1 large egg To bind the dough
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Adds a nutty flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour For structure
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder For fluffiness
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda For rise
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/3 cup maraschino cherry juice For moisture and flavor
  • 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries Adds sweetness
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar For sweetness
  • 2-3 tablespoons strawberry puree (or strawberry jam) For fruitiness
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the frosting flavor
  • to taste pink food coloring Optional for coloring
  • halved maraschino cherries or diced strawberries For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and almond extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in the maraschino cherry juice and chopped maraschino cherries.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  2. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar until fully combined.
  3. Mix in strawberry puree (or jam) and vanilla extract; add pink food coloring if desired.
  4. Spread frosting over cooled cookies and garnish with halved cherries or diced strawberries.
  5. Let the frosting set before serving.

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. For variations, consider adding crushed pistachios or coconut flakes to the cookies, or reducing powdered sugar for less sweetness.