Nelson Cookie Bake Pink Bon Bon Cookies
Indulge in the sweet, nostalgic charm of Nelson Cookie Bake Pink Bon Bon Cookies, a recipe that combines buttery softness with a vibrant pop of color and flavor. These delightful treats feature a rich, melt-in-your-mouth cookie dough delicately wrapped around a luscious maraschino cherry center, ensuring a surprise in every bite. A dash of almond extract adds a subtle nutty aroma, while the pink food coloring gives them their signature playful hue—perfect for holidays, baby showers, or any celebration. Rolled in a light coating of granulated sugar and baked to tender perfection, these cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a dozen minutes in the oven, this easy yet elegant recipe will quickly become a showstopping favorite on your dessert table.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pink food coloring
- 20 pieces Maraschino cherries
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract and almond extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until the dough begins to form. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5
Add the pink food coloring and gently mix until the dough is evenly tinted. Adjust the color if needed.
Step 6
Divide the dough into 20 small portions. Flatten each piece slightly and wrap it around a maraschino cherry, completely enclosing the cherry and forming a smooth ball.
Step 7
Roll each cookie ball lightly in granulated sugar to coat.
Step 8
Place the cookie balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are just set but not browned. Avoid overbaking to maintain their soft texture.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Serve your Pink Bon Bon Cookies and enjoy their delightful flavor and texture!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (630.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2565.2 |
| Total Fat 98.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 613.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 393.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 188.0g | |
| Protein 25.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 57.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 285.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories