Best 10 Christmas Gumdrop Cookies Recipes

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Christmas gumdrop cookies are a festive and delicious treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They are made with a soft and chewy cookie dough that is studded with colorful gumdrops. The cookies are then baked until they are golden brown and the gumdrops are melted and gooey. Christmas gumdrop cookies are a fun and easy way to spread holiday cheer. They are also a great way to use up leftover gumdrops from other holiday projects. With so many different variations of this classic recipe, you're sure to find one that everyone will love.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY GUMDROP COOKIES



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Making these cookies, I feel that I'm keeping my mother's Christmas spirit alive. They were her special treat each year at holiday time. They're also great for keeping kids busy. They can cut up the gumdrops and eat all the black ones that would turn the dough gray if you put them in the batter. -Letah Chilston, Riverton, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups spice gumdrops
3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup golden raisins
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut gumdrops into small pieces; place in a bowl. Add walnuts, raisins and 1/4 cup flour and toss to coat. , In a large bowl, beat shortening and brown sugar until blended. Beat in egg, then buttermilk. In another bowl, whisk remaining flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into shortening mixture. Stir in gumdrop mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 400°. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GUMDROP COOKIES



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These fun cookies are chock-full of chewy gumdrops. I use red and green ones at Christmas, black and orange for Halloween and pastel shades for Easter. I've made this recipe for years and find that kids really get a kick out of the cookies with a candy surprise inside! -Carolyn Stromberg, Wever, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fruit-flavored or spiced gumdrops
2 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in almond extract. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in gumdrops. , In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold into dough., Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GUMDROP COOKIES



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Cookies     Desserts     Recipes     Save

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fruit-flavored or spiced gumdrops
2 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • With an electric mixer, beat together the shortening and 3/4 cup sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in the almond extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the gumdrops.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining sugar (1/4 cup) and beat until stiff peaks form once again. Fold into the dough.
  • Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, keeping them at least 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Allow the cookies to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 cal

HOMEMADE GUMDROPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h25m

Yield 75 gumdrops

Number Of Ingredients 5

Two 1/4-ounce envelopes unflavored gelatin
3/4 cup granulated sugar, plus more for coating
One 3-ounce package cherry-flavored gelatin
Granulated red sugar, for coating
Coarse white sugar, for coating

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup water to soften; set aside.
  • Put the granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add the cherry-flavored gelatin to the pan, followed by the softened unflavored gelatin. Stir and remove from the heat. Continue stirring until the gelatins are dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Strain into a measuring cup and let cool for 5 minutes; it will be warm but not yet set. Pour the liquid into the molds. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the gumdrops from the molds and place onto wax paper. Coat some in granulated red sugar, some in granulated white sugar and some in coarse white sugar; return to the wax paper. Store in a cool dry place until ready to eat.

GUMDROP COOKIES



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Whether you grew up with them or are just discovering their colorful appeal, Gumdrop Cookies deserve a permanent spot in your baking repertoire. This updated version was kitchen-tested to achieve the perfect sugar cookie consistency and just the right amount of spice drops-so you know they'll be perfect every time.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups quartered green, red and white spice-flavored gumdrops
2 tablespoons coarse white sparkling sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy; scrape side of bowl. Beat in egg just until smooth. Beat in vanilla. On low speed, beat flour mixture into sugar mixture until well blended. Stir in 3/4 cup of the quartered gumdrops.
  • Shape dough into 60 (1-inch) balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets; flatten each ball to 1 1/2-inch circle. On each dough round, sprinkle sparkling sugar and place 3 quartered gumdrops.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are set and light brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 20 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY GUMDROP COOKIES



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A shortcut spin on the nostalgic classic, these spice drop-studded treats are made easy with Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix. Perfect for baking beginners and any time you need to have sweet treats ready in a pinch!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 cup quartered green, red and white spice-flavored gumdrops
2 tablespoons coarse white sparkling sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, mix cookie mix, flour, softened butter and egg with spoon until soft dough forms. Stir in 1/2 cup of the quartered gumdrops.
  • Shape dough into 40 (1 1/4-inch) balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased large cookie sheets; flatten each ball to 1 1/2-inch circle. On each dough round, sprinkle sugar and place 3 quartered gumdrops.
  • Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are set and light brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 20 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

CHRISTMAS GUMDROP COOKIES



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Make and share this Christmas Gumdrop Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shortening
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1/2 cup uncooked quick oats
1/2 cup coconut
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup gumdrop

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°. Lightly grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sugars, butter, shortening, egg and vanilla. Beat at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except gumdrops, and beat until a soft dough forms. Then add gumdrops.
  • Drop dough by heaping teaspoons 2-inches apart on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 7-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cook for 1 minute before removing from cookie sheets. Cool completely before storing.

GUMDROP COOKIES II



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Kids love 'em!

Provided by Robin J.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup shortening
⅔ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk
¾ cup gumdrops, chopped
½ cup blanched almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Sift and measure flour; resift 3 times with baking powder and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream shortening; add sugar gradually and continue creaming. Add well-beaten egg and beat until fluffy. Stir in vanilla. Add flour mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Add gum drops and mix well.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Stick 4 almond halves in top of each cookie. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until cookies are lightly browned. Remove immediately to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 64.7 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

GUMDROP COOKIES



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This is an old recipe I found locally. The consistency of the dough is a bit strange, but these are very good. They are better the next day than when they are first made.

Provided by cuisinebymae

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup gumdrop, cut small
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup soft butter
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Stir in gumdrops.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine butter and sugar.
  • Stir in egg.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Stir in milk.
  • Stir in dry ingredient mixture.
  • Drop by small spoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes at 350F.
  • Remove from pan and cool on a rack.

GUMDROP COOKIES I



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A special cookie for the holidays, with spiced gumdrops, raisins and walnuts. For best results, be sure to pick out the black gumdrops.

Provided by CAROL GUTT

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup shortening
1 egg
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup buttermilk
1 ½ cups spiced gumdrops, chopped
¾ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, cream together the brown sugar and shortening. Stir in the egg and buttermilk. Stir together the flour, baking soda and salt, add to the creamed mixture, mix until well blended. Stir in the chopped gumdrops, walnuts and raisins. Cover bowl, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Drop cookies by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto an unprepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool for 2 minutes on baking sheets before removing to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 117.9 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading and ensure a chewy texture.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set, but not overbaked.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before frosting or decorating.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

These Christmas gumdrop cookies are a festive and delicious treat that are perfect for holiday baking. With their chewy texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and colorful gumdrops, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or gift, these cookies are sure to bring holiday cheer. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make some Christmas gumdrop cookies today!

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