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Cherry Blossom Cookies

Sweet and delightful Cherry Blossom Cookies featuring maraschino cherries and Hershey Kisses, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature Make sure butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond, vanilla, or cherry extract Use your choice of extract.
  • 2 to 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Add more flour as needed until the dough is firm but not dry.
  • 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar for rolling
  • 24 pieces Hershey Kisses Press into cookies right after baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and confectioners sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add salt, maraschino cherry juice, and your choice of almond, vanilla, or cherry extract. Mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add 2 cups of flour, mixing gently until just combined. Add more flour as needed until the dough is firm but not dry.
  5. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them in granulated sugar. Place them about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
  2. Immediately after removing from the oven, press a Hershey Kiss into the center of each cookie, allowing it to soften slightly.
  3. Let cool completely on the tray before transferring to wire racks to cool fully.

Notes

Cherry Blossom Cookies can be served with coffee or tea. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze cookies with parchment paper in between layers.