cherry winks

(4 ratings)
Recipe by
Kimi Gaines
orlando, FL

My fondest memory of this cookie is Christmas' as a child. My mom baked from morning till way into the evening during the holidays. Every time I make these I think of her counter filled with all types of cookies, breads, candy and as I grew up it became our tradition together to bake. She is 80 and is still baking and blessings so many with her goodies.

(4 ratings)
yield 5 dozen
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For cherry winks

  • 1 c
    sugar
  • 3/4 c
    shortening
  • 2 Tbsp
    milk
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 2
    eggs
  • 2 1/4 c
    flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 c
    chopped pecans
  • 1 c
    chopped dates
  • 1/3 c
    chopped maraschino cherries, well drained
  • 1 1/2 c
    coarsely crushed corn flakes
  • 15
    maraschino cherries, quartered

How To Make cherry winks

  • 1
    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 and refrigerate for 15 minutes for easier handling.
  • 2
    Heat oven to 375F. Spray cookie sheets with Pam. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into cereal; throughly coat. Shape into balls. Place 2 inches apart on greased sheets. Lightly press maraschino cherry quarter into top of each ball.
  • 3
    Bake 375F for 10 to 15 minutes or until light and golden brown.

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