Description
A delightful fusion of buttery shortbread cookie and classic cherry pie filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream butter and sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
Step 4: Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt on low speed until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Scoop 1.5 tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on baking sheets. Use a thumb to create a deep well in each.
Step 6: Fill each well with 2-3 cherries and a small amount of the pie filling syrup.
Step 7: Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are barely golden. Cool on the pan for 10 minutes before moving to a rack.
Notes
Ensure your butter is truly softened at room temperature for the best texture. If the dough is too soft to handle, refrigerate for 30 minutes before scooping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
