Soft Cream Cheese Cherry Almond Cookies
Soft cream cheese cherry almond cookies are a deliciously soft and chewy treat that combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the sweet-tart flavor of dried cherries and a hint of almond. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Mix in almond extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried cherries.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg