Christmas Cookies Recipes
Christmas is a time for celebration and one of the best ways to spread the holiday cheer is by baking delicious Christmas cookies. Whether you are looking to make traditional gingerbread cookies or festive sugar cookies, here are some easy and mouthwatering recipes to try this holiday season.
Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients:
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 teaspoons ground ginger
– 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1/2 cup molasses
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
2. In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
7. On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters and place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Sugar Cookies
Ingredients:
– 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 1/2 cups white sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
2. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters and place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Estimated Cooking Time: 2-3 hours
Yield: Approximately 3 dozen cookies
There you have it! Two delicious Christmas cookies recipes that are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Get creative with your decorations and have fun baking these festive treats. Happy holidays!