White Velvet Cutout Cookies
Description: This delightful recipe hails from the esteemed Taste of Home magazine, offering a tantalizing twist on the classic cream cheese cutout cookie. These White Velvet Cutout Cookies are perfect for any occasion, but especially fitting for the winter season and festive Christmas celebrations. With a prep time of just 2 hours and a total cook time of 10 minutes, this recipe promises to deliver a batch of 84 delectable cookies that are sure to disappear quickly from the cookie jar!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | sticks butter |
| 1 | package cream cheese |
| 2 | cups granulated sugar |
| 2 | teaspoons vanilla extract |
| 1 | pound all-purpose flour |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 92.1
- Fat Content: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 18.6mg
- Sodium Content: 47.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 4.9g
- Protein Content: 1g
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add the granulated sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the bowl, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, continuing to mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) in preparation for baking.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
- Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into charming 3-inch shapes.
- Place the cutout cookies onto greased baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 1 inch apart.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until set but not browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, frost the cookies with White Velvet Buttercream Cookie Frosting (refer to Recipe #48001 for frosting instructions).
Tips:
- For best results, ensure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before beginning the recipe.
- Be cautious not to overmix the dough once the flour has been added to avoid a tough texture.
- If you prefer a softer cookie, reduce the baking time slightly and keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking process.
- Get creative with your cookie shapes and decorations for a personalized touch to your holiday treats!
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or frozen for longer preservation.
Indulge in the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these White Velvet Cutout Cookies, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying all to yourself. Whether served alongside a steaming cup of hot cocoa on a chilly winter evening or presented as a festive gift during the holiday season, these delightful treats are sure to bring joy to any occasion! 🍪✨
