Walnut Cherry Delights

Walnut Cherry Delights

These may be frosted with an icing made from 2 cups powdered sugar, a slightly beaten egg white and 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice or water. You can use candied cherries in these cookies instead of the maraschinos, if you prefer.

Yield:
1 dozen
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup maraschino cherries

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch square pan.

Step 2
Mix 1 cup flour, white sugar and butter by hand. Pat into pan. Bake for 8 – 10 minutes.

Step 3
With a whisk, beat 2 eggs. Whisk in brown sugar, then add 1/4 cup flour and baking powder. Stir in nuts and cherries. Pour over baked crust.

Step 4
Bake for 20 – 25 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

658
Calories
30g
Fat
94g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 658
% Daily Value *
Total Fat30g 38%
Saturated Fat12g 58%
Cholesterol103mg 34%
Sodium189mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate94g 34%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars65g
Protein8g
Vitamin C0mg 2%
Calcium108mg 8%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium240mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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