Cherry Wink Cookies

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

3 reviews

ingredients

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup shortening
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup maraschino cherries, chopped & drained
1 1/2 cup coarsely crushed corn flakes cereal
15 maraschino cherries, quartered

directions

In large bowl, combine sugar and shortening; beat well. Add milk, vanilla and eggs; mix well.

Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; mix well. Stir in pecans, dates and 1/3 cup chopped cherries. If necessary, cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 15 minutes for easier handling.

Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.

Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into cereal; thoroughly coat. Shape into balls. Place 2-inches apart on greased cookie sheets. Lightly press maraschino cherry quarter into top of each ball.

Bake at 375 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from cookie sheets.

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reviews & comments

Mac REVIEW:
March 11, 2020

This recipe is an oldie, but a goodie. I have been making these cookies since I was a little girl, helping my mom make Christmas cookies and now as 70-year-old. They are delicious and are different enough and pretty enough to make any plate of cookies look special. However, don't wait until a special occasion to make these, as they are great any time of the year.
Donna H. REVIEW:
December 2, 2018

I have been making Cherry Winks since I was a teenager now 80yrs lost my recipe so glad I going it here. Everyone loves them. Thank you
Anna REVIEW:
July 26, 2013

Been making these for years and years. A holiday favorite. I also make them at Easter.