Cherry Coded Fruit Tart Cookies
Cherry Coded Fruit Tart Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly blends buttery cookie and tart cherry flavors. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and a juicy burst of fruit, evoking memories of sunny picnics and family gatherings. Simple to make, these cookies will impress your friends and family with their vibrant colors and irresistible taste, making them perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped (or frozen)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually combine with the butter mixture until just mixed.
- Fold in the chopped cherries gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool slightly before transferring to plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg