Certainly! Hereโs a revised version of the Christmas Cookies recipe tailored for “Love With Recipes” with detailed instructions and a touch of festive charm:
Christmas Cookies Recipe: A Festive Delight for Your Holiday Table ๐๐ช
Description: Delight in the magic of the season with these irresistibly sweet Christmas Cookies. Perfect for sharing and spreading holiday cheer, this recipe will fill your kitchen with the warm scents of butter, vanilla, and sugar. Ideal for cookie exchanges, parties, or just a cozy family treat.
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, Less than 4 Hours
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 48 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup margarine, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions:
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Combine the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, blend together 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, butter, margarine, and egg. Stir in vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar, mixing well until a soft dough forms. -
Chill the Dough:
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours, or until the dough is firm and easy to handle. This step is crucial for rolling out the dough without it becoming sticky. -
Roll Out the Dough:
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness. Use a rolling pin dusted with flour to prevent sticking. -
Cut Out Shapes:
Using various cookie cutters, cut out shapes from the rolled dough. If the dough sticks to the cutters, lightly flour the cutters to ease the process. -
Prepare for Baking:
Place the cut-out cookies onto greased cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for spreading. -
Bake the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Bake the cookies for 7 to 8 minutes, or until they turn lightly golden brown around the edges. -
Cool the Cookies:
Once baked, transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. This ensures they firm up nicely and are ready for decorating. -
Prepare the Frosting:
In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, light corn syrup, and water until smooth. Divide the frosting into separate bowls if you plan to use different colors. -
Color and Flavor the Frosting:
Add your desired flavorings such as mint or butter to the frosting. Then, incorporate food coloring as preferred to create festive hues. -
Decorate the Cookies:
Frost each cooled cookie with the prepared frosting. Let the decorated cookies sit uncovered at room temperature until the frosting sets, which can take a few hours. -
Refrigerate Overnight:
For the best results, refrigerate the frosted cookies overnight to allow the frosting to harden completely. This also enhances the flavor and texture.
Enjoy your homemade Christmas Cookies with family and friends, and savor the joy they bring to your holiday season! ๐ ๐
This festive recipe is perfect for making your Christmas celebrations extra special, and the detailed instructions ensure that even those new to baking will have a sweet success.
