Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped cherries, fresh or dried
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and both sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Fold the dry mix into the wet mix until just combined — avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the chopped cherries and sliced almonds evenly.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Use room-temperature butter and eggs for even mixing. Press extra almonds on top before baking for a crunchy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian