Cherry Tea Cakes

Dairy Free
Cherry Tea Cakes
100 min.
60
66kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Cherry Tea Cakes, a scrumptious dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends! These charming little treats are not only dairy-free but also bursting with the sweet and tangy flavor of maraschino cherries, making them a perfect addition to any gathering or celebration. With just 100 minutes of preparation and baking time, you can whip up a batch of 60 delightful cakes that are light, fluffy, and oh-so-satisfying.

Imagine the joy of biting into a soft, cherry-infused cake, complemented by the rich sweetness of white vanilla baking chips drizzled on top. The vibrant red hue from the food coloring adds a festive touch, making these cakes visually appealing as well. Whether you're hosting a tea party, a birthday celebration, or simply treating yourself to a sweet snack, these Cherry Tea Cakes are the ideal choice.

Not only are they easy to make, but they also offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The combination of almond extract and maraschino cherry liquid creates a unique taste that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Cherry Tea Cakes that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • cup powdered sugar 
  • cup butter softened
  • teaspoons maraschino cherries 
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  •  food coloring red
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup maraschino cherries drained chopped
  • 0.5 cup peppermint candies white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • ziploc bags
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter, cherry liquid, almond extract and food color with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. On low speed, beat in flour and salt. Stir in cherries.
  2. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 2 inches apart.
  3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown.
  4. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool 20 to 30 minutes.
  5. In 1-quart resealable freezer plastic bag, place baking chips; seal bag. Microwave on High 35 to 50 seconds, squeezing chips in bag every 15 seconds, until chips are melted and smooth.
  6. Cut small tip from bottom corner of bag; drizzle melted chips over cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories66kcal
Protein3.69%
Fat50.6%
Carbs45.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.25
Glycemic Load
2.59
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.86739130893155%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:66.37kcal
3.32%
Fat:3.78g
5.81%
Saturated Fat:1.22g
7.65%
Carbohydrates:7.68g
2.56%
Net Carbohydrates:7.48g
2.72%
Sugar:3.92g
4.36%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:56.5mg
2.46%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:0.62g
1.24%
Vitamin A:136.29IU
2.73%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.48%
Selenium:1.61µg
2.29%
Folate:8.62µg
2.15%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.62%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.47%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.39%
Iron:0.23mg
1.27%