SPICED CHRISTMAS COOKIES

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This delicious cookie recipe has been passed down through six generations and was brought to America from Germany in 1846! It's a holiday tradition in our house and we're proud to share this wonderful recipe with you. -Tanya Juhasz, Newberry, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 7-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups molasses
1 cup butter, melted
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
8 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves
2-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups chopped walnuts
1-2/3 cups raisins
1/4 cup chopped candied lemon peel
1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel
FROSTING:
4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
GARNISH:
4 cups red and/or green candied cherries, cut as desired

Steps:

  • In a very large bowl, beat the molasses, butter, sour cream and lemon juice until well blended. Combine the flour, brown sugar, spices, baking soda, lemon zest and salt; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well. Stir in the walnuts, raisins and candied peels. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes., Divide dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/4-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° until bottoms are lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., Combine frosting ingredients until smooth. Frost cookies; decorate with cherries. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Merina Dong
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These cookies are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. They're so festive and delicious, and they're sure to put a smile on your face.


Aayesha Khatoon
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These cookies are the perfect way to end a holiday meal. They're so light and fluffy, and they just melt in your mouth.


Amalina Pretty
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These cookies are the perfect gift for teachers, neighbors, or anyone else you want to show your appreciation for.


Zain Jaffar
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These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the holidays. They're so festive and delicious.


Lee Britten
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These cookies are the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day. They're so cozy and comforting.


Jemesa Robinson
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect snack to have on hand during the holidays.


Hiruna Dilhan
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These cookies are the perfect way to use up leftover spices. I always have a lot of spices left over from the holidays, and these cookies are a great way to use them up.


Kamran Ramana
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and colorful. They're the perfect addition to any holiday party.


Jun Yang
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These cookies are the perfect gift for friends and family. They're always a hit, and they're so easy to make.


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I'm not a baker, but these cookies turned out great! They're the perfect balance of chewy and crispy, and the spices are perfect.


Md Shorub
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These cookies are so delicious, and they're so easy to make. I love that I can use my kids' cookie cutters to make them fun shapes.


Amar Amar
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any holiday cookie platter.


taimoor Akhtar
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These cookies are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. They're so warm and inviting, and they smell amazing while they're baking.


Subtain Khan
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I'm not usually a fan of Christmas cookies, but these are different. They're so light and fluffy, and the spices are just right.


Don Manusina
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These cookies are so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use my favorite cookie cutters to make them festive.


Sardar Ayaz Khan
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I love the unique blend of spices in these cookies. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Panjali Sah
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're perfectly spiced and have a wonderful chewy texture. I'll definitely be making them again next year.