Description
These Cherry Almond Amish Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with old-fashioned flavor. Topped with a glossy maraschino cherry and a sprinkle of almonds, they make the perfect quick dessert, holiday cookie, or easy baking idea for any day of the week. With no chilling required and minimal prep time, this easy recipe fits right into your list of go-to cookie recipes, bake sale treats, or holiday food ideas. Their nostalgic flavor and beautiful presentation make them a standout on any dessert tray.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
0.5 teaspoon almond extract
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
2.25 cups all-purpose flour
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.33 cup granulated sugar or sanding sugar, for sprinkling
24 maraschino cherries, well-drained and patted dry
0.33 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
1. Cream the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl with a mixer for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined — do not overmix.
5. Scoop dough into 1.5-tablespoon-sized balls. Roll between hands and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Gently flatten each ball, sprinkle with sugar, press a cherry in the center, and top with sliced almonds.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, until edges are just set and lightly golden.
8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3–5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
No chill time required — perfect for fast cookie baking.
Drain and blot cherries well to prevent soggy centers.
Slightly flatten the dough balls for a better shape and even bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cherry almond cookies, amish sugar cookies, easy cookie recipe, holiday cookies, quick dessert