Put butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla and almond extract in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium speed 3 to 4 minutes, or until well mixed.
Sift together the dry ingredients.
Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture; mix well.
Stir in white chocolate chips, dried cherries and almonds.
Using a small ice cream scoop, size 24, drop the cookies on the prepared sheets. If you don't have an ice cream scoop, drop by rounded tablespoons on the baking sheets.
Bake 9 to 11 minutes, or until light golden brown. Do not over-bake.
Transfer to wire rack to cool.
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