Cherry Ice Box Cookies
- MAKES
- 48 cookies
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
These nutty slice 'n' bake cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're great for an after-school snack or drop-in guests.
What You'll Need
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (16-ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and finely chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup red decorator sugar (optional)
What to Do
- Beat butter at medium speed with an electric beater until creamy. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, beating well. Add egg and vanilla, beating well.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to butter mixture, beating well. Pat cherries between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Stir cherries and nuts into dough; cover dough, and chill 2 hours.
- Shape dough into 2 (1-1/2-inch by 8-inch) logs. Roll in red decorator sugar, if desired. Wrap logs in wax paper, and freeze 2 hours or until firm. (Store in freezer up to 6 months, if desired.)
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Unwrap frozen dough, and slice into 1/4-inch-thick slices, using a sharp knife. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets. (Do not let thaw.)
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool 1 minute on cookie sheets. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely.