Cherry Bonbon Cookies Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth Cherry Bonbon Cookies have become a beloved Christmas tradition! Easy to make ahead and freeze, these delightful tea cookies hide a juicy cherry surprise inside. Simply thaw, roll in powdered sugar, and enjoy the festive flavor. Double the batch – they're that good!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 173 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Cherry Bonbon Cookies

  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cherry pie filling, drained
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • extra powdered sugar (for rolling)

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How to Make Cherry Bonbon Cookies

  1. Drain 1 (14-ounce) can of cherry pie filling and gently pat the cherries dry with paper towels.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add ¾ cup powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with ¼ cup milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 24 balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter).
  7. Gently press each ball around a cherry, ensuring it's completely covered.
  8. Place the cookies on ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cool, generously roll each cookie in powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

24g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Bonbon Cookies?

Cherry Bonbon Cookies takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Bonbon Cookies?

Cherry Bonbon Cookies has approximately 173 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Bonbon Cookies?

The key ingredients for Cherry Bonbon Cookies are Maraschino Cherries, Butter, Powdered Sugar, Flour, Salt, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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