Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add the egg and extracts, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until just combined.
- Fold in the cherries and almonds.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, use fresh cherries when in season.
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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