In a small mixing bowl, add cream cheese, cherry syrup, almond extract and optional food coloring of your choice. Beat until well combined.

Add 1½ cups of the confectioners sugar to mixing bowl and beat on low until no powder remains, then increase speed for an additional 3 minutes.

Lightly powder work surface with confectioners sugar and knead in remaining confectioners sugar until you have achieved a soft playdoh-like consistency and the dough is no longer sticky.

Shape dough into ½ inch balls and place on parchment paper. Flatten with bottom of decorative glass for this vintage look, or flatten with fork to create a crosshatch pattern.

Allow to stand 1-2 hours to harden. Store in airtight containers in refrigerator.