Cherry Winks

Cherry Winks are a classic holiday cookie that originated in the United States. They are known for their vibrant red color and delicious cherry flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cherry Winks

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Butter, softened
• ³⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 2 cup Cornflakes, crushed
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6. Stir in chopped cherries and crushed cornflakes.
7. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, dust cookies with powdered sugar.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 9g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.