Description
Delightful Cherry Walnut Cookies are a scrumptious treat combining rich walnuts with the sweetness of dried cherries, perfect for winter gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in walnuts and cherries gently.
- Scoop rounded dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use high-quality dried cherries and nuts for best flavor. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg