Description
Delight in these Almond Cherry Cookies, a perfect blend of nutty almond flour and sweet dried cherries. Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for a quick treat or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper baking temperature by the time your dough is ready.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly, ensuring an even blend of flavors.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the almond flour and salt gently until the dough is well combined but not overmixed.
- Incorporate Cherries: Fold the chopped dried cherries into the dough, distributing them evenly for bursts of fruity sweetness.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly to allow spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown, signaling they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Make sure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- For a gluten-free version, confirm almond flour is certified gluten-free.
- You can substitute dried cherries with dried cranberries or raisins if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
