Rum Cherry Tea Cakes Recipe

1. 1

   In large bowl cream sugar and butter till light and fluffy.

2. 2

   Lightly spoon flour into measuring c.; level off.

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   Add in flour and salt; stir till dough holds together.

4. 4

   Shape and flavor dough as directed below.

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   Combine dough, cherries and rum extract; if necessary knead to blend.

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   Cover; chill 30 min.

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   Heat oven to 350 degrees.

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   Shape dough into 1 inch balls.

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   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased sheet.

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    Bake at 350 degrees for 8-12 min or possibly till set but not brown.

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    Remove immediately, cold slightly.

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    Roll in powdered sugar or possibly drizzle with glaze: 1/4 c. powdered sugar, 1 tsp.

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    cherry juice and 1/2 to 1 1/2 tsp.

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    water.

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    Makes approximately 3 1/2 dozen.

No additional tips available.