shortbread lime and cherry cookies

Bronx, New York to York, PA
Updated on Apr 25, 2013

Easy and if you like shortbread cookies, you'll love these. Enjoy

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 6 or more

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon grated lime peel
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 - bag dried cherries chopped

How To Make shortbread lime and cherry cookies

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until blended. Beat in lime peel and extracts. In another bowl, mix flour and baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture.
  • Step 2
    Stir in Cherries. Divide dough in half and shape each into long roll logs. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a few hours or until firm.
  • Step 3
    Unwrap and cut dough into 1/4 inch slices. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 9 minutes or until edges are slightly golden. Remove pans and let cool slightly before removing.

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Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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