CHERRY BONBON COOKIES

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This is a very old recipe from my grandma. The sweet cherry filling surprises folks trying them for the first time. -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
24 maraschino cherries
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add milk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. , Divide dough into 24 portions; shape each portion around a cherry, forming a ball. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., For glaze, combine sugar, butter and cherry juice until smooth. Drizzle over cookies. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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Ebai manyo

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I love the way these cookies smell when they're baking. They fill my house with a warm and inviting aroma.

pSasha Peterson

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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cranberries. They're also a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen.

Grace tomlinson

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These cookies are a great way to add a little bit of color to your plate. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.

Pamela Ison

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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.

Derrick Givens

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These cookies are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're also a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Eli Wentzel

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I love the way these cookies crinkle on top. They're so cute and delicious.

Yoosoof Yoosoof

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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen.

Mohsin K

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I made these cookies for my coworkers and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and they asked me for the recipe.

Joyce Ezeji

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These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're also a great way to show your loved ones how much you care.

Carissa Santiago

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I've never made cherry bonbon cookies before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're so delicious and easy to make.

thet htar

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These cookies are a great way to add a little bit of sweetness to your day. They're also a great source of fiber and antioxidants.

Tara Dinger

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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and colorful. I'm sure they'd be a hit at any party.

Malik Niaz

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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cherries. They're also a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen.

Anisha Islam Riya

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I made these cookies for my husband's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best cookies he's ever had.

Nishant Khawas

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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cherries in them.

Kylee Hall

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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a great cookie for any occasion.

MF Rakib

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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The cherries give them a nice pop of flavor and the almonds add a bit of crunch. I highly recommend these cookies!