Cherry Malted Cookies (Pillsbury Bake-Off Winner)

Name: Cherry Malted Cookies (Pillsbury Bake-Off Winner)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour (spoon & sweep); 2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1/2 cup instant malted milk powder, chocolate flavor; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 egg; 1/2 cup shortening; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry syrup; 1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherry, drained

Servings: persons

1
Adjust oven rack to middle position, preheat to 375u00b0F, and line two baking sheets with parchment. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, malted milk powder, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda.
2
In a large bowl, if using a hand mixer, or in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar until soft and light, about 1-2 minutes. Add egg and continue beating until smooth, then add vanilla and cherry syrup and beat a minute more, pausing to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Resume mixing on low, add flour, brown sugar, malted milk powder, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. When fully incorporated, stir in chopped cherries.
3
Drop by rounded teaspoons onto prepared baking sheets. Bake cookies one sheet at a time until puffed and just set around the edges, but still soft in the middle, about 12 minutes. Cool directly on the baking sheet until firm, then transfer to wire rack to cool.

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups flour (spoon & sweep), 2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed, 1/2 cup instant malted milk powder, chocolate flavor, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Cherry Malted Cookies (Pillsbury Bake-Off Winner) 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!