Recipe: Christmas Time Cookies
Description: These Christmas Time Cookies are hands down the best cookies you’ll ever taste during the holiday season! They’re incredibly versatile, allowing you to shape them into any form you desire, whether it’s classic Christmas trees, festive snowflakes, or adorable gingerbread people. Not only will they delight your kids, friends, and family, but they also offer endless opportunities for creative decoration, adding that extra special touch to your holiday celebrations!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of shortening
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 3/4 cup of sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of milk
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 124.2
- Fat: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 10.7mg
- Sodium: 42.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.1g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 7.5g
- Protein: 1.6g
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 20-30 cookies
Instructions:
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Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Cream shortening and sugar: Add the shortening and nutmeg to the dry mixture. Using a hand or stand mixer, cream the shortening and sugar together until fluffy. Gradually add the sugar, blending well after each addition until the mixture is light and creamy.
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Incorporate wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and milk until fully incorporated into the mixture. Stir until the ingredients are well combined and form a smooth dough.
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Chill the dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 15 minutes. Chilling the dough helps it firm up, making it easier to handle and roll out.
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Roll out the dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Use cookie cutters of your choice to cut out shapes from the dough.
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Bake the cookies: Place the cut-out cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
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Cool and decorate: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, unleash your creativity and decorate the cookies using icing, sprinkles, or any other decorative elements you desire. Let your imagination run wild!
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Serve and enjoy: Once decorated, serve these delightful Christmas Time Cookies at your holiday gatherings, parties, or simply enjoy them with a warm cup of cocoa by the fireplace. Watch as your loved ones delight in each delicious bite!
These Christmas Time Cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy together during the festive season. So, gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and let the holiday baking fun begin! 🎄✨
