Description
Embark on a culinary journey with our Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies—a symphony of flavors that redefine sweet indulgence. Picture soft, buttery clouds delicately sweetened with confectioner’s sugar, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The dance of all-purpose flour and corn starch introduces a texture so divine, it’s like a whisper of floury magic. Maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips converge the party, imbuing each morsel with bursts of hue and richness. Elevate your senses with every cookie, a sweet escape into the extraordinary.
Ingredients
1 c salted butter, softened
1/2 c confectioner’s sugar
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 c corn starch
1 c chopped maraschino cherries
1/2 c mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a bowl combine softened butter and confectioners’ sugar until they form a mixture.
Add all-purpose flour and cornstarch to the bowl continuing to mix until a sticky dough is formed.
Gently incorporate chopped cherries and mini chocolate chips into the dough.
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet that has been lightly greased or lined with parchment paper.
Use a fork to press down on each dough ball giving them a flattened shape.
Bake the cookies, in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes. Until the tops appear dry.
Once baked transfer the cookies onto parchment paper to cool down completely.
Enjoy these Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies as you savor their simplicity and deliciousness!
Take pleasure in creating these treats with this recipe!
Notes
Elevate your Cherry Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies to a gluten-free delight! Swap traditional all-purpose flour for a high-quality gluten-free alternative. The dance of butter, confectioner’s sugar, and the gluten-free flour blend will still create that melt-in-your-mouth magic. Ensure your corn starch is gluten-free too. Embrace the sweet symphony of maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips, transforming this beloved recipe into a gluten-free masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
