Spelt Cherry Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Spelt flour: 2 cups (280 grams)
• Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks, 226 grams)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
• Eggs: 2 large
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Cherry pie filling or fresh cherries: 1/2 cup (pitted)
• Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the spelt flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
7. Stir in the cherry pie filling or fresh cherries.
8. Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (Per cookie, assuming 24 cookies)

• Calories: 183
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Spelt flour gives these cookies a unique, slightly nutty flavor.
• The combination of vanilla and cherry creates a classic sweet and tart flavor combination.
• The cookies are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are fantastic! The spelt flour gives them a unique flavor that I really enjoy." - John Doe
2. "I love the combination of vanilla and cherry. It's a classic taste that never gets old." - Jane Smith
3. "These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family during the holidays." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use pitted cherries if using fresh cherries to prevent any chance of getting a pit in your cookie.
• For best results, use room temperature eggs when making the cookie dough. This will help incorporate the ingredients more smoothly.