Dried Cherry Almond Filled Cookies

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Dried Cherry Almond Filled Cookies—a sweet and nutty treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These buttery cookies feature a delicate, flaky exterior encasing a luscious filling made with tart dried cherries, slivered almonds, fragrant honey, and a hint of almond extract. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, these homemade creations look as impressive as they taste, thanks to their fork-sealed edges and optional dusting of confectioners' sugar. Whether you’re baking for a holiday party, gifting to loved ones, or treating yourself, these elegant cookies strike the perfect balance between sophistication and comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cup Dried cherries
• 0.5 cup Slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
• 2 tablespoons Confectioners' sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, prepare the filling. In a food processor, combine the dried cherries, slivered almonds, honey, and almond extract. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped and comes together as a cohesive filling. Set aside.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out an even number of circles. Place half of the circles onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Spoon a small amount (about 1 teaspoon) of the cherry almond filling into the center of each circle on the baking sheet.

Step 9

Top with another circle of dough and press the edges with a fork to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

If desired, dust the cooled cookies with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(978.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4180.4

Total Fat 236.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 740.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 474.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 232.3g
Protein 54.1g	0%

Vitamin D 170.4IU	0%
Calcium 301.6mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 1046.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 44.8%