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Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies for a Festive Touch

These Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies are a festive treat that combines tender shortbread with vibrant cherries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free blend optional
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries well-drained and blotted dry
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • ½ cup Chocolate Chips mini chips work best
Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Nuts pecans or walnuts
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries optional
  • as desired Colored Sugar for rolling log

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and dry maraschino cherries, chop if preferred; set aside.
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually mix all-purpose flour, then fold in cherries and chocolate chips until combined.
  4. Shape dough into a cylindrical log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice dough into ¼-inch thick rounds and arrange on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze unbaked dough for up to 3 months.

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