Cherry-Chocolate Blossoms

1. 1

   In large bowl, combine powdered sugar, butter, cherry liquid, almond extract and food color; blend well.

2. 2

   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.

3. 3

   Add flour and salt; mix well.

4. 4

   Stir in cherries.

5. 5

   If dough is too dry, add a little more cherry liquid until dough holds together when shaped.

6. 6

   Shape dough into 1-inch balls.

7. 7

   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

8. 8

   Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are just slightly brown.

9. 9

   Immediately top each cookie with a chocolate candy, pressing down firmly.

10. 10

    Remove from cookie sheets and cool.

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