Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies
Festive and buttery shortbread cookies infused with maraschino cherries, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) (optional)
Decoration
- red and green sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.
- Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, then add vanilla.
- Mix in flour, salt, cherries, and nuts (if using).
- Shape dough into tablespoon-sized balls, flatten, and place on sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden, then cool.
Notes
Chill the dough if it becomes too soft for easier handling.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 50mg