Indulge in the festive spirit of the holidays with delectable butter cookies, a classic treat that brings warmth and joy to any celebration. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a delight to make and share. From traditional family recipes passed down through generations to creative variations that add a touch of uniqueness, the world of holiday butter cookies is an adventure waiting to be explored. With a few simple ingredients and a sprinkle of creativity, you can whip up these delectable delights that will add a touch of magic to your holiday gatherings and create lasting memories for years to come.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HOLIDAY BUTTER COOKIES
Steps:
- Cream the butter until light. Gradually add in the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.
- Gradually stir in the flour. Cover and chill dough until firm.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degree C).
- Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/4 or 1/8 inch thick and cut with cookie cutters or stamps.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 38.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
HOLIDAY BUTTER MINT COOKIES
My mom gave me this recipe in a special recipe collection when I got married. I make goodie boxes of them for holiday gifts for friends and neighbors-and everyone loves them! -Sherry Flaquel, Cutler Bay, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in water and extract. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture. Stir in 1/4 cup crushed mints., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned, 12-15 minutes., Coat warm cookies with remaining crushed mints. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOLIDAY BUTTER COOKIES
My youngest son brought home this recipe from school. He wanted to make them. They turned out great. They were very easy to make and roll out. Very good tasting too.
Provided by cheesygiraffe
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 70-72 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Melt butter in a pan over low heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, 2 cups of flour, and the sugar.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well blended. Slowly mix in the remaining 2 cups of flour.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Using cookies cutters, cut out shapes. Place them 1 1/2 inches apart on cookies sheets.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Cool cookies on wire rack. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.5, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 21.8, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 1
HOLIDAY BUTTER COOKIES
So delicious and buttery.
Provided by Anita Hoffman
Categories Cookies
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Sift together flour and salt. Cream butter and gradually add sugar, creaming well.
- 2. Blend in unbeaten egg yolk and vanilla, beat well.
- 3. Add dry ingredients gradually.
- 4. Divide: into 5 parts, shape into balls. Press one part of dough in small amounts through cookie press.
- 5. Put on an ungreased cookie sheet. Using any plate to make desired shapes.
- 6. Bake at 375 degrees for 7 to 10 minutes.
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter at room temperature. This will help the cookies spread evenly and prevent them from becoming too greasy.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the dough, making the cookies lighter and more tender.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container. This will help prevent them from becoming soft and chewy.
Conclusion:
Holiday butter cookies are a classic holiday treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors and toppings. With a little planning and effort, you can create delicious holiday butter cookies that will be the hit of your next party or gathering.
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