Cherry Blossoms Cookies
Elegant Christmas Sugar Cookies with a Festive Cherry Center
Cherry Blossoms Cookies are the definition of simple elegance. With their soft, buttery sugar cookie base and glossy cherry center, these cookies look like they belong in a high-end bakery window — yet they’re wonderfully easy to make at home. Each cookie is tender, lightly sweet, and finished with a jewel-like cherry that adds both beauty and flavor.
These cookies have long been a favorite during the Christmas season because they’re timeless. The pale cookie dough contrasts beautifully with the bright red cherry, making them a natural fit for holiday dessert tables, cookie exchanges, and festive gift boxes. They’re understated, classic, and always appreciated.
Cherry Blossoms Cookies are also incredibly versatile. You can keep them traditional, dress them up with a light glaze, or roll the dough in sugar for extra sparkle. However you serve them, they bring charm and refinement to any celebration.
Why Cherry Blossoms Cookies Are a Holiday Classic
- Elegant, bakery-style appearance
- Soft sugar cookie with sweet cherry center
- Perfect for Christmas platters and gift tins
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Great for gifting and make-ahead baking
These cookies prove that simple recipes can still feel luxurious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
- Granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop or roll dough into 1-inch balls.
- If desired, roll dough balls lightly in granulated sugar for extra sparkle.
- Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Press your thumb gently into the center of each cookie to create an indent.
- Place one maraschino cherry into each indentation.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, until cookies are set and lightly golden on the bottom.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Texture & Flavor Notes
- Texture: Soft, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth
- Flavor: Classic buttery sugar cookie with sweet cherry pop
- Sweetness: Balanced and not overpowering
- Visual Appeal: Bright cherry center adds festive elegance
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
- Freeze baked cookies (without cherries) for up to 2 months
- Add cherries after thawing and re-bake briefly if needed
These cookies are excellent for holiday prep baking.
Cherry Blossoms Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract.
- Mix in dry ingredients to form dough.
- Shape dough, indent centers, and add cherries.
- Bake 12–14 minutes until set.
