Danish Cherry Bon Bon Cookies (With Frosting Recipe)
๐ Cook Time: 15 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐ Total Time: 35 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 36 cookies
๐ Category: Dessert
๐ท๏ธ Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Danish, Scandinavian, European, Kid Friendly, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven
Description:
These Danish Cherry Bon Bon Cookies are not only delightful treats perfect for the holidays but have become a cherished tradition in our family. Share them with coworkers, friends, and neighbors for a taste of seasonal joy!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 36 maraschino cherries, drained
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp evaporated milk (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp maraschino cherry juice (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. |
| 2 | Gradually add the flour and salt to the creamed mixture, mixing with a fork until a dough forms. |
| 3 | Take a small portion of dough and shape it into a ball. Press a maraschino cherry into the center of the ball, ensuring it is completely covered by the dough. Repeat this process for the remaining dough and cherries. |
| 4 | Place the filled dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them apart to allow for spreading during baking. |
| 5 | Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. |
| 6 | Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack. |
| 7 | While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting by combining 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar, 1 tablespoon of evaporated milk, 1 tablespoon of maraschino cherry juice, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy. |
| 8 | Once the cookies have cooled, dip the top of each cookie into the frosting, ensuring it is evenly coated. Place the frosted cookies back on the wire rack to allow the frosting to set and dry. |
| 9 | Once the frosting has dried, serve and enjoy these delightful Danish Cherry Bon Bon Cookies with friends, family, or as a sweet treat for yourself! |
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering, a cookie exchange, or simply indulging in a sweet moment of bliss. Their irresistible combination of buttery dough and sweet maraschino cherries, topped with creamy frosting, will have everyone coming back for more. So whip up a batch today and spread the joy of these delicious Danish treats! ๐๐ช
