Cranberry Cherry Icebox Ribbon Cookies Recipe

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Cranberry Cherry Icebox Ribbon Cookies
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Directions:

  1. In a food processor, process the cranberries, jam or preserves, and sugar until coarsely pureed.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a small, heavy saucepan.
  3. Cook over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until it just comes to a boil, immediately remove from the heat.
  4. Let stand until cooled slightly. Stir in the almond extract.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until well chilled, or freeze for 30 minutes, to speed chilling.(the filling may be refrigerated for up to 4 days, return to room temperature before using.
  6. DOUGH:.
  7. In a medium bowl, thoroughly stir together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the sugar and butter until well blended and smooth. Add the egg, vanilla and almond extract and beat till well blended. Beat or stir in flour mixture just until evenly incorporated. Let the dough stand for 10 minutes, or until firmed up slightly.
  8. Line a 4 1/2 x8 1/2 loaf pan with aluminum foil, letting the foil overhang the long sides by about 3 , this will keep the plastic wrap surrounding the dough from sticking to the pan. On top of the foil, line the pan with two long sheets of plastic wrap laid crosswise, overlapping the middle and overhanging the longer sides by almost 4 . Divide the dough into 4 portions. Working on a large sheet of wax paper, roughly pat each portion into the shape of the loaf pan. Pat one dough portion firmly into the pan bottom, forming a smooth, even layer. Using a rubber spatula, spread one third of the filling over the dough in the pan, the filling may seem stiff, but spread it as evenly as possible. Repeat the layers, using all four dough portions and all the fruit filling. Fold the plastic wrap over the dough. Freeze until the loaf is cold and very firm, at least 1 1/2 hours and preferably longer.The dough can then be transferred to a plastic bag and frozen for up to one month.
  9. Preheat the oven to 350*. Greaze several baking sheets or use nonstick spray.
  10. Carefully peel the plastic wrap from the loaf. .using a large, sharp knife, trim off and discard the excess dough so the sides of the loaf are straight up and down, rather than flared; wipe the knife clean between cuts (if the loaf is too hard to cut easily, let stand for a few minutes, don't let it thaw too much, or it will be more difficult to slice cleanly. Carefully cut the loaf crosswise into thirds, forming three 2 3/4x4 blocks. Working with one block at a time, keep others refrigerated, cut each third into 1/4 slices to produce 2 3/4 long ribbons, wipe the knife clean between cuts. Using a spatula, carefully transfer the slices to the baking sheets, placing them cut side up about 2 apart. Bake the cookies, one sheet at a time in the upper third of the oven, reversing sheets halfway through baking from front to back to ensure even browning for 9-14 minutes or just until slightly darker at the edges. Using a spatula, immediately transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to one month.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 552.02 Kcal (2311 kJ)
Calories from fat 197.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.96g 34%
Cholesterol 85.5mg 28%
Sodium 113.47mg 5%
Potassium 94.97mg 2%
Total Carbs 84.11g 28%
Sugars 46.92g 188%
Dietary Fiber 3.15g 13%
Protein 5.76g 12%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 8%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 28.4mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 401.28 Kcal (1680 kJ)
Calories from fat 143.67 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.96g 34%
Cholesterol 62.15mg 28%
Sodium 82.48mg 5%
Potassium 69.04mg 2%
Total Carbs 61.14g 28%
Sugars 34.11g 188%
Dietary Fiber 2.29g 13%
Protein 4.19g 12%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 8%
Iron 0.6mg 4%
Calcium 20.7mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.2
    Points
  • 15
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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