1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 🔥

2️⃣ In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. 🥣

3️⃣ Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. 🍥

4️⃣ In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. 🌾

5️⃣ Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries. 🍒

6️⃣ Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets. Press a maraschino cherry half into the center of each cookie. 🍪

7️⃣ Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. ⏳

8️⃣ Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. 🌬️