{"id":443181,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443181"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Delicious Christmas Cookie Recipes with Dried Cherries You Must Try This Holiday Season! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is the perfect time to whip up some tasty treats, and what could be more delightful than cookies filled with dried cherries? These little bursts of sweetness not only brighten up your dessert table but also fill your kitchen with the warm, inviting scents of the holidays. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these two scrumptious cookie recipes that are sure to become holiday favorites!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries\/#Cherry_Almond_Shortbread_Cookies\" >Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries\/#Chocolate_Cherry_Oatmeal_Cookies\" >Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-dried-cherries\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cherry_Almond_Shortbread_Cookies\"><\/span>Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/18296424\/pexels-photo-18296424.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies\" title=\"Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Karina Kungla on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/rhubarb-cheesecake-with-shortbread-crust-18296424\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies-1760545415.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (11 reviews). Total Time: 5 hr 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Wheat\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies-1760545416.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/simpleseasonal.com\/recipes\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies\" target=\"_blank\">Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Simple Seasonal<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (22 reviews). Total Time: 32 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies-1760545416-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogghetti.com\/cherry-almond-shortbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Blogghetti<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 26 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine biting into a buttery, crumbly cookie that melts in your mouth, with the sweet zing of dried cherries and the nutty flavor of almonds dancing together. These Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies are not just your average treats; they\u2019re elegant and festive, perfect for holiday gatherings or as gifts. The mixing method is simple, making it a pleasure to bake these beauties.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00be cup powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup chopped dried cherries<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup sliced almonds<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon almond extract<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies so special is their rich flavor and delightful texture. The combination of buttery shortbread with tart dried cherries creates a perfect balance, while the almonds add a lovely crunch. Plus, their simplicity means you can whip them up in no time, making them ideal for those busy holiday days. 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Total Time: 57 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:AntiqueWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/dark-chocolate-cherry-oatmeal-cookies-1760545421.jpg\" alt=\"Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.365daysofbakingandmore.com\/dark-chocolate-cherry-oatmeal-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from 365 Days of Baking<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.2 (99 reviews). Total Time: 32 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cherry-chocolate-chip-oatmeal-cookies-1760545421.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeloveandsugar.com\/cherry-chocolate-chip-oatmeal-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cherry Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Life Love and Sugar<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (5 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite! Each cookie is packed with chewy oats, rich chocolate chips, and chewy dried cherries, creating a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Baking them is as enjoyable as eating them, thanks to the wonderful aroma that fills the house.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 \u00bd cups rolled oats<\/li>\n<li>1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1 cup dried cherries, chopped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are a crowd-pleaser for a reason! The oatmeal gives them a hearty feel, while the chocolate chips and dried cherries bring sweetness and a touch of tartness. They are perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or cozy nights by the fire. Plus, the combination of flavors means you\u2019ll want to keep these around long after the holiday season is over!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Indulge in the festive spirit with two mouthwatering Christmas cookie recipes featuring dried cherries that will elevate your holiday baking and delight your taste buds this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546730,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":4,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-443181","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443181","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=443181"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443181\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546730"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443181"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443181"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443181"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}