Cherry Bell Cookies
Evoke the warmth of holiday memories with these delightful Cherry Bell Cookies. A nutty filling, kissed with cherry essence, nestles within a delicate, bell-shaped cookie, topped with a vibrant maraschino cherry 'clapper'. These are not just cookies; they're edible ornaments for your dessert plate.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
28 g
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Cholesterol
24 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
3 g
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Saturated Fat
5 g
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Sodium
117 mg
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Sugar
12 g
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Fat
11 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, and instant coffee until well combined. Set aside. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/4 cups of brown sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
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2 mins
Add Wet Ingredients: Blend in the dark corn syrup, beaten egg, and heavy cream until thoroughly combined. (2 minutes)
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5 mins
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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15 mins
Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough, about 1/3 at a time, to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out cookies using a 2 1/2 inch round cookie cutter. Place the rounds on an ungreased baking sheet. (15 minutes)
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5 mins
Prepare Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, and cherry juice. Stir in the finely chopped walnuts until well mixed. (5 minutes)
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20 mins
Assemble Cookies: Place 1/2 teaspoon of the filling in the center of each cookie round. Shape the dough into a bell by folding the sides over the filling, using a spatula to help shape and seal the edges. Make the top of the bell narrower than the bottom. (20 minutes)
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5 mins
Add Cherry Clapper: Place a maraschino cherry half (cut side down) at the open end of each bell to resemble a clapper. (5 minutes)
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15 mins
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden. (12-15 minutes)
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10 mins
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
For a richer flavor, consider using toasted walnuts in the filling.
If the dough becomes too soft to work with, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Store the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
The dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let soften slightly before rolling out.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 33 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Katelyn Schmidt
Mar 11, 2025The filling is absolutely delicious. I might try using pecans next time for a different flavor profile.
Morgan Haag
Jan 12, 2025My family loved these! I especially appreciated the tip about chilling the dough – it made them so much easier to work with.
Elsie Hoeger
Sep 10, 2024I love how easy these are to make, and they look so impressive. Definitely adding them to my regular baking rotation.
Kirstin Bogan
Sep 10, 2024These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! The cherry flavor is so festive.