Description
These Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with the sweet tang of maraschino cherries and aromatic almond extract. The perfect easy cookie recipe for holidays, gifting, or anytime baking. Enjoy a classic Amish cookie with a flavorful twist. Ideal for dessert lovers seeking unique cherry almond treats.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and vegetable oil until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
4. Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, mixing just until evenly distributed.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked.
7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
8. Enjoy once completely cooled or store in an airtight container.
Notes
Use maraschino cherries for best texture and color.
Do not overbake; cookies should remain pale.
For a festive touch, drizzle with a simple almond glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg