Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of buttery shortbread, sweet white chocolate, and tart cherries with these delightful White Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies. These cookies are a festive treat that’s ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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For the cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chopped dried cherries
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips (plus extra for drizzling or dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the almond extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- Add mix-ins: Stir in the chopped dried cherries and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Chill the dough: Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a log, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Bake the cookies: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Slice the chilled dough into rounds, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool and decorate: Cool the cookies on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Optional: drizzle or dip in melted white chocolate.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a festive look, use red tart cherries and drizzle with white chocolate after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
