Indulge in the celestial delight of perfectly crafted sugar cookies, an exquisite treat that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. Embrace the artistry of baking as you embark on a culinary journey to create these heavenly confections, adorned with sparkling sugar crystals that shimmer like stars in the night sky. With each bite, you'll experience a symphony of flavors and textures, leaving you in a state of pure enchantment. So, don your apron, gather your ingredients, and let the magic unfold as you embark on this delectable adventure.
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CELESTIAL SUGAR COOKIES
I just made these for my mother's annual Christmas Cookie Exchange - they turned out great and so seasonal if you put green and red sugar on top - perfect for the holiday! Recipe came from Colorado Colore: A Palate of Tastes - cooking time does not include hour to chill . . .
Provided by greyghost
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 4-5 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt together.
- Beat butter, oil, sugar and confectioner's sugar in separate mixing bowl until creamy.
- Add eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients gradually and beat until well blended.
- Chill, covered for 1 hour.
- Shape dough into 1 inch balls and coat balls with additional sugar.
- Arrange balls on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Flatten with bottom of glass dipped in sugar. Press in additional color sugar for holiday decoration.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until lightly brown.
- Cool and store in airtight container.
- For variations: Add 1 tsp of almond extract or lemon extract, add 1/2 crushed almonds or hazelnuts, add 1 TBS finely chopped lemon zest, add 1 TBS crushed peppermint candies, roll in colored sugar for holidays, or use decorative glass to create pattern on each cookie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1724, Fat 104.3, SaturatedFat 37.2, Cholesterol 227.8, Sodium 1261.3, Carbohydrate 182, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 80, Protein 17.4
CELESTIAL OATMEAL COOKIES
This recipe came from the back of a box of Quaker Oats. I have not tried it yet but thought it looked tasty with lots of vitamins and fiber. I will be trying it with butter instead of margarine and I think I might substitute chopped dates for the prunes as well. The pumpkin and spices make think of Fall.
Provided by MNKelly
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 21m
Yield 42 cookies, 42 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F Lightly spray cookie sheets with cooking spray.
- For cookies, beat sugar and vegetable oil spread with electric mixer in large bowl until well blended. Add pumpkin, egg whites and orange peel; beat well. (Mixture will look curdled.)
- In separate bowl combine oats, flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Add oat mixture to wet mixture and mix well.
- Stir in prunes and walnuts.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
- Bake 11 to 13 minutes or until lightly browned. (Do not overbake. Centers of cookies will be soft.) Cool 1 minute on cookie sheets; remove to wire racks. Cool completely.
- For glaze, combine powdered sugar and orange juice in small bowl; mix well. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies. Let cookies stand until glaze sets. Store tightly covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.5, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 70.9, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 6.3, Protein 1.9
SUGAR COOKIES
This sugar cookie dates back to a Swedish woman born in 1877! Her daughter, Esther Davis, shared the recipe with me and she came up with all the exact measurements, since the original cookies were mixed by feel and taste. These are my favorite cookies and I hope they'll become yours as well. -Helen Wallis, Vancouver, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional sugar. Place on greased baking sheets; flatten with a glass. Bake until set, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture for your cookies.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the dough, resulting in a tender cookie.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before decorating or storing.
Conclusion:
Celestial sugar cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their soft and chewy texture, sweet flavor, and festive appearance, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are baking them for a holiday party, a bake sale, or just a simple snack, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
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