Best 2 Kris Kringle Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of Christmas cookies, few treats are as iconic as Kris Kringle Cookies. These delectable morsels, named after the legendary gift-giver himself, are renowned for their delightful flavors, festive appearance, and ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia and holiday cheer. With their chewy texture, sweet icing, and colorful sprinkles, Kris Kringle Cookies have become a beloved tradition in households across the globe. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a journey to create the perfect batch of these enchanting cookies is an experience filled with joy, creativity, and the promise of sweet rewards.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

KRIS KRINGLE COOKIES



Kris Kringle Cookies image

From the Yahoo Food website. Studded with chocolate, nuts and dried fruit, these festive drop cookies are sure to be a hit at the holidays. Variations: Prepare as directed, replacing 6 of the white chocolate squares with 6 squares semi-sweet baking chocolate. Or, substitute chopped walnuts or slivered almonds for the pecans; or chopped dried apricots or mixed dried fruit bits for the dried cranberries.

Provided by Veghead

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 31m

Yield 1 cookie, 72 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (6 ounce) packages white baking chocolate, chopped
2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
2 cups dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Beat butter and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Blend in eggs and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda and salt; mix well. Stir in chocolate, pecans and cranberries.
  • Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls, 1-1/2 inches apart, onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minute or until lightly browned. Cool 3 min.; remove to wire racks. Cool completely. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.

KRIS KRINGLE COOKIES



KRIS KRINGLE COOKIES image

Categories     Cookies     Christmas

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kris Kringle COOKIES
1 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla
2 tsp baking powder
3 cups plain flour
White icing, red frosting or gel
coconut
red hots
mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 Cream margarine and sugar in large bowl in electric mixer Beat in egg and vanilla; add baking powder. Add flour one cup at a time - blend last cup of flour by hand. Do not chill dough. Divide dough into two balls.(Do not need to chill) Roll dough to ΒΌ in thickness and cut with a heart shaped cookie cutter. Bake on middle shelf of oven for 10 minutes or till lightly brown. Let stand 1-2 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire racks. Turn heart upside down and frost the two rounded parts with white icing. Then top with coconut to create Santa's beard and sideburns. Use a red hot for the nose and mini chocolate chips for the eyes. Frost the point of the heart with red icing for the top of Santa's hat. Add coconut for the trim

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will taste. Use real butter, pure vanilla extract, and high-quality chocolate chips.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The temperature of the oven will vary depending on the recipe, but most cookies should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overbake the cookies: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly. Bake the cookies just until they are set around the edges and the centers are still slightly soft.
  • Let the cookies cool completely: This will allow the cookies to firm up and the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Kris Kringle cookies are a delicious and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or simply as a sweet treat. With a little planning and effort, you can make these cookies at home and impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a special holiday treat, give Kris Kringle cookies a try.

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