Christmas Cookies Recipe 🍪
Description:
Christmas Cookies are more than just a delicious treat; they’re a tradition in our household, cherished and shared with loved ones. Every year, my daughters and I gather around the kitchen to whip up these delightful cookies, making memories that last a lifetime. While perfect for any time of the year with various seasonal cookie cutters, these are the very cookies we lovingly leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve! As my youngest daughter affectionately puts it, “Prepare to have a fun time if you make these!” 🎅🏼✨
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 48 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3/4 | cup shortening |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1 | teaspoon vanilla |
| 2 1/2 | cups flour |
| 1 | teaspoon baking powder |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/3 | cup margarine |
| 3 | cups powdered sugar |
| 1 1/2 | teaspoons vanilla |
| 2 | tablespoons milk |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 112.7
- Total Fat: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 8.9mg
- Sodium: 74.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.7g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 11.6g
- Protein: 1g
Instructions:
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Mix all cookie ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
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Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
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Roll out the chilled dough on a well-floured surface to your desired thickness.
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Cut out shapes using your favorite cookie cutters, embracing the festive spirit of the occasion.
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Bake the cookies at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes, or until they turn a pale golden brown around the edges. Be sure not to overbake, as you want them to remain soft and chewy.
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Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack or plate before decorating.
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Prepare the icing by combining powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and creamy.
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Divide the icing into separate bowls based on the number of colors you desire for your decorations.
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Add food coloring to each bowl of icing, creating a vibrant array of hues.
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Ice and decorate the cooled cookies as your heart desires, letting your creativity flow freely.
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Enjoy the festive delight of these homemade Christmas Cookies with your loved ones, and savor the joyous moments they bring.
Whether you’re baking these cookies for a special holiday celebration or simply indulging in some sweet nostalgia, they’re sure to spread cheer and warmth to all who taste them. Happy baking! 🎄✨
