Easy Cherry Blossom Cookies: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion
These Easy Cherry Blossom Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, combining the sweetness of cherry flavor with a lovely cherry blossom aesthetic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cherry-flavored extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla and cherry-flavored extracts and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until formed into a dough.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense cherry flavor, you can add extra cherry extract to the dough.
- These cookies taste best when served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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