CHERRY BONBON COOKIES

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These cookies have become a Christmas tradition in our family. They are easy to make ahead and freeze--just let them thaw THEN roll them in the powdered sugar. The cookies look like a typical tea cookie but there is always a surprise when you bite into it and discover the yummy cherry center. You will want to make a double batch.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24 cookies, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 maraschino cherries
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
powdered sugar, to roll cookies in

Steps:

  • Drain the cherries and place on paper towels to dry.
  • Beat butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add 3/4 cup powdered sugar, beating well.
  • Stir in flour, salt, milk and vanilla.
  • Shape into 24 balls. Press each ball around a cherry, covering completely.
  • Place on ungreased cooke sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat.

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