Cherry Garcia Cookies Recipe

Name: Cherry Garcia Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dried Bing cherries (10 oz.); 2/3 cup Kirschwasser Swiss Cherry Liqueur (or a less expensive brand of cherry brandy); 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened--not melted; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed; 2 eggs; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; (2 teaspoons water--high altitude only); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 3 cups flour (Add 1/4 cup more for high altitude); 1 12-oz. package white chocolate chips; 1 cup coarsely-chopped semisweet chocolate (I use a package of semisweet Chocolate Chunks); 1 cup coarsely-chopped, salted, Macadamia nuts (Use food processor, pulse tone, but don't chop too fine); Parchment paper to line cookie sheets

Servings: persons

2 cups dried Bing cherries (10 oz.)
2/3 cup Kirschwasser Swiss Cherry Liqueur (or a less expensive brand of cherry brandy)
2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened--not melted
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
(2 teaspoons water--high altitude only)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups flour (Add 1/4 cup more for high altitude)
1 12-oz. package white chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely-chopped semisweet chocolate (I use a package of semisweet Chocolate Chunks)
1 cup coarsely-chopped, salted, Macadamia nuts (Use food processor, pulse tone, but don't chop too fine)
Parchment paper to line cookie sheets

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["PREHEAT OVEN TO 350 degrees (375 degrees high altitude)", "1. Plump dried cherries by covering with boiling water. Let stand a couple of minutes.", "Drain well, and toss with cherry liqueur. Let sit overnight for best flavor, then", "drain and use in recipe.", "Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in small bowl.", "", "Cream softened butter with granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, & almond.", "Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. (Add water-high altitude ONLY)", "Gradually beat in flour mixture.", "", "5. Drain cherries and fold in with white chocolate, dark chocolate chunks, and", "macadamia nuts. Thick! Easier to mix with hands. Batter should be soft.", "6. Drop by generous tablespoons onto parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.", "Slightly flatten with wet palm. (16 cookies per sheetBake only one sheet at a time.)", "", "BAKE 14-16min. (20 minutes only - high altitude) until golden brownand darker around the edges. (Be careful when you remove from oven. Parchment paper is slippery and can slide off cookie sheet!) Remove to flat piece of foil to cool, then to Tupperware. Cookies are crispy when first baked, but tend to ""soften"" up the longer they are in Tupperware. No matter. They're delicious either way!"]

1685

kcal

Calories

Fat

225

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dried Bing cherries (10 oz.), 2/3 cup Kirschwasser Swiss Cherry Liqueur (or a less expensive brand of cherry brandy), 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened--not melted, 1 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Cherry Garcia Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cherry Garcia Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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