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Cherry Winks Christmas Cookie Recipe
Melanie | Simple Made Pretty

Cherry Winks Cookie Recipe

These nostalgic cookies combine the sweetness of cherries with a delightful crunch, making them a festive favorite.
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Servings: 2 dozen
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cups of coconut oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1/3 cup drained and chopped maraschino cherries
  • 2 and 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  3. Cream the coconut oil and sugar together. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla, beat well.
  4. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
  5. Stir in the pecans, dates, and cherries. Mix well.
  6. Drop by rounded teaspoons into cornflakes. Toss lightly to coat.
  7. Place on the prepared baking sheet and top each with half a cherry.
  8. Bake for 112-15 minutes, or until golden.

Notes

Tip: Freeze the shaped, cornflake-coated dough balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a bag for storage. Bake from frozen.