Santa’s Whiskers Recipe 🎅🍪

Overview:

Santa’s Whiskers are a delightful holiday treat, perfect for Christmas gatherings or as a sweet indulgence during the winter season. These cookies, adorned with coconut, cherries, and pecans, carry the festive spirit in every bite. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total time of 27 minutes, you can quickly whip up a batch to share with family and friends. This recipe yields approximately 60 cookies, ensuring there’s plenty to go around!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Grains, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Winter, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Oven, Refrigerator, Easy

Ingredients:

1 cup (2 sticks) butter
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
3/4 cup flaked coconut

Instructions:

Cream the Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy. This can be easily achieved using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Blend in Milk and Vanilla Extract:
Once the butter and sugar are well combined, blend in the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Stir in Flour, Cherries, and Pecans:
Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, chopped cherries, and chopped pecans. Continue mixing until a dough forms and all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout.
Form Dough into Rolls:
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into an 8-inch roll, making sure they are evenly sized.
Coat with Flaked Coconut:
Roll each dough log in the flaked coconut until the outside is completely coated. The coconut adds a delightful texture and flavor to the cookies.
Chill Thoroughly:
Wrap the coconut-coated dough rolls in waxed paper or plastic wrap. Place them in the refrigerator to chill thoroughly. This step helps the dough firm up, making it easier to slice later.
Slice and Bake:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once chilled, remove the dough rolls from the refrigerator and unwrap them. Using a sharp knife, cut the rolls into 1/4-inch slices.
Place on Cookie Sheets:
Arrange the sliced cookies on ungreased cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading while baking.
Bake Until Golden:
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Keep an eye on them as baking times may vary depending on your oven.
Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, Santa’s Whiskers are ready to be enjoyed!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 70.6
Fat: 4.1g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
Cholesterol: 8.2mg
Sodium: 30.4mg
Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 3.8g
Protein: 0.7g

Serving Suggestions:

These delightful Santa’s Whiskers cookies are perfect for serving alongside a warm cup of cocoa or a glass of milk. They also make wonderful gifts during the holiday season! Package them in festive containers or gift bags tied with ribbons for an extra special touch. Enjoy the festive flavors of coconut, cherries, and pecans in every delicious bite of these Christmas cookies! 🎄🍪