CHERRY ICEBOX COOKIES

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As a home economics teacher, I often supplied treats for school functions. These delectable cookies were always popular.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 16 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, cherry and lemon juices and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts and cherries. , Shape into four 12-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. , Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until the edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.