Ingredientes para Dried Cherry Almond Filled Cookies
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- All Purpose Flour
- Dried Cherries
- Amaretto Liqueur
- 1/4 cup (60ml) white grape juice
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Raw Sugar
- Whole Almonds
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Como fazer Dried Cherry Almond Filled Cookies
- **Cream Cheese Dough:** In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
- Add 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
- Reduce mixer speed to low. Gradually add 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently form it into a ball.
- Divide the dough into four equal portions. Wrap each portion tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours (or overnight for easier handling).
- **Cherry Almond Filling:** In a small bowl, soak 1 cup (150g) dried cherries in 1/4 cup (60ml) amaretto and 1/4 cup (60ml) white grape juice for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Drain the cherries, reserving the soaking liquid. Add the cherries, 1 teaspoon almond extract, 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup (60g) slivered almonds to a food processor.
- Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse paste. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of chilled dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Use a 2-inch cookie cutter or knife to cut out circles.
- Place the circles on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Drop about 1 teaspoon of the cherry almond filling into the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and gently press the edges to seal.
- (Optional) For a beautiful golden-brown finish, brush the cookies with an egg wash (1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon milk) before baking.
- Bake one sheet at a time in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
33g
Fat
35g
Carbs
5g