Ingredients for Cherry Gems Cookies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dried Cherries not found in recipe
- Almonds not found in recipe
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries, pitted and chopped)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
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How to Make Cherry Gems Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries, pitted and chopped) and ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into two logs, each about 1 inch in diameter.
- Wrap each log tightly in waxed paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Once chilled, slice the logs into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Place the cookies onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
80g
Fat
37g
Carbs
13g
