Cherry Winks Cookies Recipe

Name: Cherry Winks Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups flour, sifted; 1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup shortening; 3/4 cup corn flakes, crushed; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup pecans, chopped; 1 cup dates, chopped or 1 cup raisins, not chopped; 1/3 cup maraschino cherry, chopped; cherries, for decorating (optional)

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup corn flakes, crushed
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup dates, chopped or 1 cup raisins, not chopped
1/3 cup maraschino cherry, chopped
cherries, for decorating (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 375 deg F.
2
Combine shortening and sugar, cream.
3
Add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
4
Sift together dry ingredients, and slowly blend in.
5
Mix well.
6
Add nuts, cherries or raisins and mix well.
7
Shape into balls using a level teaspoon of dough for each cookie.
8
Roll ball in crushed cornflakes.
9
Place on greased cookie sheet.
10
Top with 1/2 cherry and press the cherry down a bit.
11
Bake at 375 deg F for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.

747

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups flour, sifted, 1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Cherry Winks 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.

Cherry Winks Cookies

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