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Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies

Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies
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Indulge in the irresistible Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies, a delightful treat that features a perfect blend of sweet cherry and nutty almond flavors. These soft, puffy cookies are topped with a luscious cherry-almond icing, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays, hosting a gathering, or simply craving something sweet, these cookies promise to impress family and friends alike. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, you’ll find this recipe easy to follow and perfect for sharing—yielding an impressive 48 cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 2 jars maraschino cherries (drained and minced)
  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp almond extract
  • 2 tsp cherry extract
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 4 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1/3 cup + 1–2 tbsp maraschino cherry juice
  • 4 – 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, oil, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and eggs until fluffy.
  3. Mix in almond extract and cherry extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar; gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in minced cherries gently.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.

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