Cherry Ball Cookies (Frosted)
Cherry Ball Cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season in many countries.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Cherries (dried or fresh)
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoon Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in the cherries.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and milk to make the frosting.
- Drizzle the frosting over the cooled cookies.
- Let the frosting set for about 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.