Cherry Bell Cookies
Cherry Bell Cookies! These vegetarian treats feature a unique bell shape filled with a sweet cherry and walnut center, perfectly complemented by the warmth of ginger and rich brown sugar. Ideal for American cuisine lovers, this recipe is gluten, dairy, nut, and egg-free, making it a safe choice for many.
With a delightful flavor profile, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of tea. Packed with nutrients, they offer a sweet yet wholesome treat.
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Recipe Collection: Dessert
Serving Size: 30
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Overview
Cherry Bell Cookies are a delightful holiday treat, cherished for their unique bell shape and sweet cherry center. This recipe, passed down through generations, combines the warmth of ginger and the richness of brown sugar, making it a festive favorite.
Diet Type
Vegetarian
Allergies
Gluten, Dairy, Nuts, Eggs
Cuisine
American
Ingredients
- 3 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) baking soda
- 1 Pinch salt, to taste
- 1 Teaspoon (tsp) ginger, ground
- 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) instant coffee granules
- 1 Cup butter, softened
- 1.25 Cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 Cups dark corn syrup
- 1 Whole egg, whisked
- 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) cream
- 0.33 Cups brown sugar, packed
- 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) butter
- 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) cherry juice
- 1.5 Cups walnuts, chopped
- 30 Whole maraschino cherries, halved
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, and instant coffee. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and 1.25 cups of packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Blend in the dark corn syrup, whisked egg, and cream.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing well until a dough forms.
- Roll out one-third of the dough at a time on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- Cut the dough into 2.5-inch rounds and place them on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- For the filling, combine 0.33 cups of packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of butter, and cherry juice. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Place 0.5 teaspoons of the filling in the center of each dough round.
- Shape each round into a bell by folding the sides over the filling, using a spatula to help. Make the top of the bell narrower than the bottom.
- Place half a maraschino cherry, cut side down, at the open end of each bell for the clapper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these festive Cherry Bell Cookies as a sweet addition to your holiday celebrations!