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Cherry Blossoms Cookies

Soft, buttery sugar cookies topped with a bright maraschino cherry for an elegant Christmas treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients to form dough.
  5. Shape dough, indent centers, and add cherries.
  6. Bake 12–14 minutes until set.

Notes

Pat cherries dry to prevent excess moisture during baking.