Soft Cream Cheese Cherry Almond Cookies
Soft cream cheese cherry almond cookies are a delightful treat that combines creamy richness with fruity sweetness and nutty flavors. With a soft, chewy texture and bursts of juicy cherries, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy evenings at home. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they beckon for a second helping!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup fresh or dried cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in almond extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped cherries.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow cooling slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg