Ingredients

For Shortbread:
1 1/4 cups slivered almonds (about 3 1/2 ounces), toasted
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup dried Bing cherries
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
For Compote and Sandwiches:
1 pound fresh dark cherries (such as Bing), halved, pitted
1 1/2 cups unsweetened black cherry juice
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
10 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
Additional fresh dark cherries, optional

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