Description
Indulge in these soft cream cheese cherry almond cookies, a delightful treat that combines creamy richness and fruity sweetness in every bite. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sliced or chopped almonds (raw or toasted)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the cream mixture, mixing until just combined to maintain fluffiness.
- Gently fold in the pitted cherries and sliced almonds using a spatula.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider experimenting with different types of nuts or adding a pinch of cinnamon. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.