Cherry Blossom Cookies: 5 Delightful Steps to Joy
Cherry Blossom Cookies are soft, buttery delights filled with the sweetness of dried cherries. Perfect for spring or any festive occasion, these cookies combine simplicity, flavor, and beauty in every bite. Whether enjoyed with tea or gifted to loved ones, they bring joy and flavor to every celebration.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand Mixer or Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking Sheet
- Wire Rack
- Spatula
Ingrédients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract optional
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dried cherries chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter, sugar, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add to the butter mixture.
- Fold in the chopped dried cherries until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool for a few minutes on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for two months. Add lemon zest for a citrusy twist, or drizzle white chocolate for extra elegance. For gluten-free or vegan variations, use a substitute flour and butter alternatives.