“Delicious Cherry Pie Cookies: A Sweet Twist on a Classic Dessert”
Imagine the sweet, tangy flavor of cherry pie transformed into a delightful, bite-sized treat – that’s the magic of cherry pie cookies! These cookies bring together the best of both worlds: the rich, buttery goodness of a sugar cookie and the irresistible taste of cherry pie filling.
Why You’ll Love this Post
- Easy to Make! – This recipe uses a sugar cookie dough, and canned cherry pie filling drizzled with white chocolate. How perfect is that?
- Mini Cherry Pies! – Perfect for any occasion, cherry pie cookies are sure to become a favorite in your family’s dessert repertoire. Try them out at your next church bake sale or family potluck. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
- No fancy ingredients or prep – With only ten minutes of prep time and fifteen minutes to bake, you can easily double the recipe and share with friends! With just a few ingredients, you can print out the shopping list in the recipe card below.
Ingredients
Pick up all the ingredients for these delicious cherry pie cookies right at your local grocery store. Grab the list in our recipe card below!
Ingredients
(detailed measurements are in the recipe card below):
- Unsalted butter
- All purpose flour (we recommend unbleached)
- Powdered sugar (also called confectioner’s sugar)
- Vanilla Extract
- Cherry pie filling (canned)
- White chocolate chips (for melting)
We’re also using parchment paper to bake the cookies on, perfect for an easy cleanup.
Ready to Make Cherry Pie Cookies?
Note: Detailed instructions are in the recipe card below. Gather all of your ingredients and equipment, and grease a standard cookie sheet with baking spray or use parchment paper (easier to clean!)
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line your baking sheet(s) with parchment and set aside.
Step 2: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Add in the flour and mix to combine, scraping the sides often.
Step 4: Scoop out about a tablespoon’s worth of the cherry pie cookie dough and shape into a ball. Gently indent the center to create a well.
Step 5: Fill the well in each cookie with a heaping spoonful of the pie filling, spreading to the edges if needed.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie is set. Allow to cool.
Step 7: In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave, heating for 15-30 seconds at a time and stirring until smooth.
Step 8: Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or a small ziploc bag. Drizzle the white chocolate over the cookies. Allow to set.
Variations and Substitutions
White chocolate: Substitute Dark or Milk chocolate for the drizzle!
Cherry or blueberry: You can easily make delicious Blueberry, Apple or Peach pie cookies by swapping out the fillings!
Need low carb? Try one of the amazing monk fruit powdered sugar products! (link to amazon)
FAQS
Can I make homemade cherry pie filling instead of using canned?
Yes you can! Our recipe for homemade cherry pie filling is so easy. You will need to allow for more prep time though.
How do you store Cherry Pie Cookies?
Put them in an airtight container, and you can keep them in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Or seal them up and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months!
Can I make my Cherry Cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! Make the dough a few days ahead and store in the refrigerator. Then the day you want to serve the cookies, get it out and once it’s room temp, fill with the cherry pie filling and bake!
EXPERT TIPS
- To save time use canned cherry pie filling.
- Get all of your ingredients and equipment out and ready before you start
- Add some whipped cream or a delicious scoop of vanilla ice cream before serving!
Where did I get my inspiration for this post?
Cherry Pie is such a classic so I’m always looking for different recipes that include cherries! Not only are these cherry cookies easy to bake, they can be frozen too, and are perfect for church bake sales, potlucks, or an afternoon tea with your friends.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter - softened
- 2 cup flour
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 15 oz cherry pie filling
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325℉/180℃. Line your baking sheet(s) with parchment and set aside.
Mixing the cookie dough
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Add in the flour and mix to combine, scraping the sides often.
Shaping the cookies
- Scoop out about a tablespoon’s worth of the dough and shape into a ball. Gently indent the center to create a well.
- Fill the well in each cookie with a heaping spoonful of the pie filling, spreading to the edges if needed.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie is set.
- Allow to cool.
Decorating the cherry pie cookies
- In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave, heating for 15-30 seconds at a time and stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or a small ziploc bag. Drizzle the white chocolate over the cookies. Allow to set.
These are estimated values generated from a nutritional database using unbranded products. Please do your own research with the products you’re using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.
Want more cherry recipes?
- Best Cherry Recipes
- Grandma’s Cherry Pie
- Cherry Pie Bars
- Cherry Hand Pies
- Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Lasagna
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Judy Kahansky
Judy Kahansky is an experienced writer and baker, creating delicious desserts (including pie!) for over 40 years. She loves to take classic and vintage recipes and update them to fit the busy lives of her readers. When not baking, Judy and her husband Mark are passionate golfers, travelers and dog lovers, spending as much time as they can with their sweet pup Millie.
