Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

These festive cookies encapsulate the spirit of the holiday season, offering a delightful blend of buttery richness and the vibrant sweetness of maraschino cherries. The dough, a masterpiece of simplicity, is meticulously crafted to achieve the perfect balance between a crumbly texture and a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. As you take your first bite, the cookie gently yields, revealing layers of flavor that unfold like a winter’s tale.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup of loosely chopped maraschino cherries, drained on paper towels
• 1 cup of softened unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
• 2/3 cup of mini chocolate chips
• 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy

3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

4.Add the chocolate chips and maraschino cherries to the dough and fold gently.

5. Using Saran wrap, roll the dough into a log. Refrigerate for one hour. Cut into rounds after that.

6. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden, in a preheated oven.

7.After a few minutes of cooling on the baking sheet, move the cookies to a wire rack to finish cooling. Your Christmas Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies are ready to eat once they have cooled.

You can keep these cookies at room temperature for up to a week in an airtight container, so you can continue to savor their delicious flavor throughout the holiday season. They will spread joy and happiness this Christmas, whether you share them with your loved ones or keep them all to yourself.