Cherry Pie Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft buttery cookies with cherry filling centers, topped with a sweet vanilla glaze - a quick dessert for any occasion.
# Ingredients:
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Cherry pie filling
→ Glaze
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1-2 tablespoons milk
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¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each. Create an indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a spoon.
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Spoon a small amount of cherry pie filling into the indentation of each cookie.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.