Cherry Pie Cookies
Cherry pie…in handheld form! These cherry pie cookies are a delicious bite-size version of the classic summer treat!
Cherry Pie Filled Cookies
Summer is here and this warm sunny weather practically begs for a slice of classic cherry pie. But what if you could capture all those delicious flavors in a cute little handheld treat? Enter cherry pie cookies – a bite size version of the summer potluck treat!
Picture this: a melt-in-your-mouth buttery shortbread crust cradles a generous dollop of juicy cherry pie filling. To top it all off, a creamy white chocolate drizzle adds a touch of elegance and ties it all together! They’re perfect for bake sales, summer potlucks, or simply enjoying a taste of summer any day of the week.
Perhaps the best part of this recipe is that it is so easy to make, with just a handful of simple ingredients and 30 minutes of your time. So ditch the fork and embrace the fun!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 15 oz cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for the topping)
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Stand Mixer or Electric Hand Mixer
- Non-slip Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Silicone Baking Mat
Instructions
To Prep: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line baking sheet(s) with parchment paper or non-stick silicone baking mat.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth. Add in the flour and mix to combine, scraping the sides often.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon’s worth of the dough and shape into a ball. Gently indent the center to create a well.
- Fill the well in each cookie with a heaping spoonful of the pie filling, spreading to the edges if needed.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie is set. Remove from oven and allow to cool before adding white chocolate drizzle.
- In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave, heating for 15-30 seconds at a time and stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or a small ziploc bag. Drizzle the white chocolate over the cookies. Allow to set.
Prep Tips
- Storage – The cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. They can also be kept in the refrigerator for a longer time, up to 5 days.
- Fruit Filling – This recipe can be made in different flavors by using other types of pie filling, such as apple pie filling, blueberry pie filling, etc.
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Cherry Pie Cookies
Cherry pie...in handheld form! These cherry pie cookies are a delicious bite-size version of the classic summer treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 15 oz cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for the topping)
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth. Add in the flour and mix to combine, scraping the sides often.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon’s worth of the dough and shape into a ball. Gently indent the center to create a well.
- Fill the well in each cookie with a heaping spoonful of the pie filling, spreading to the edges if needed.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie is set. Remove from oven and allow to cool before adding white chocolate drizzle.
- In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave, heating for 15-30 seconds at a time and stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or a small ziploc bag. Drizzle the white chocolate over the cookies. Allow to set.
To Prep: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line baking sheet(s) with parchment paper or non-stick silicone baking mat.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 159Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 8mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 0gSugar: 5gProtein: 1g
nutrition information is an estimate.
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