Cherry Cheese Windmills Recipe

Name: Cherry Cheese Windmills
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter, softened; 1/3 cup shortening; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 large egg, room temperature; 1 tablespoon whole milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1/2 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted and chopped

Servings: persons

1/3 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted and chopped

1
In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until easy to handle.
2
In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Fold in cherries. On a floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 10-in. square. With a sharp knife or pastry wheel, cut into 2-1/2-in. squares. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
3
. Make 1-in. cuts from each corner toward the center of the dough.
4
Drop teaspoonfuls of filling in the center of each square; sprinkle with almonds. Fold alternating points to the center to form a windmill; moisten points with water and pinch gently at center to seal. Bake at 350u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on wire racks.

739

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup butter, softened, 1/3 cup shortening, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 large egg, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Cherry Cheese Windmills falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry Cheese Windmills

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