Cherry No-Bakes

Naturally Gluten-Free Cookies

CHERRY NO-BAKE COOKIES

Makes about 5-1/2 dozen

INGREDIENTS

2 Cups Sugar

1/2 Cup Butter, cubed

6 Tbls Milk

3 Tbls Baking Cocoa

1 Cup Peanut Butter

1/2 Tsp Vanilla

1/4 Tsp Almond Extract

3 Cups Quick-Cooking Oats (certified GF)

1 Jar (10 Ounces) Maraschino Cherries, stemless, drained and finely chopped

DIRECTIONS

Large cookie sheet with parchment paper

In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk and cocoa. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir for about 3 minutes.

Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and extracts until blended. Stir in oats and cherries. Using a medium cookie scoop or teaspoon portion out the dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until set. Store the cookies in an airtight container.

NOTE: Always read labels carefully

CarolAnne Le Blanc

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