Cherry Pecan Gems Recipe

Name: Cherry Pecan Gems
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons red maraschino cherry syrup; ¼ teaspoon almond extract; 3 drops red food coloring; 2 ½ cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon cream of tartar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup pecans, finely chopped; red maraschino cherry, halved (or candied cherries)

Servings: persons

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons red maraschino cherry syrup
¼ teaspoon almond extract
3 drops red food coloring
2 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
red maraschino cherry, halved (or candied cherries)

1
Cream butter and sugar.
2
Blend in egg, syrup, extract, and food coloring.
3
Stir together flour, soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
4
Stir into cremed mixture.
5
Stir in nuts.
6
Shape dough into two 9-inch rolls.
7
Wrap in waxed paper or clear plastic wrap.
8
Chill well.
9
Cut into 1/4-inch slices; place on ungreased cookie sheet.
10
Lightly press a well-drained red cherry half into center of each cookie.
11
Bake at 375F for 10-12 minutes.
12
Cool slightly; remove to rack.

1101

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons red maraschino cherry syrup, and more.

Yes, Cherry Pecan Gems 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.

Cherry Pecan Gems

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