Easy Decorated Christmas Cookies
Try this Easy Decorated Christmas Cookies recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Easy Decorated Christmas Cookies recipe, or contribute your own.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1
- tablespoon
- 1/2
- 2
- ounces
- cups
- 1 1/2-2
- 1/4
- cup
- optional
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 4
- vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- powdered sugar
- cornstarch
- tablespoons
- teaspoon
- all-purpose flour
- 8
- half and half
- 1 3/4
- for the cookies:
- ingredientsfor the cookies: 8 ounces very soft but 2 cups powdered sugar 4 tablespoons half and half or milk, maybe more 1/4-1 teaspoon peppermint extract blue paste food coloring i used wilton delphinium blue for the buttercream piping: 1 tablespoon very soft butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2-2 tablespoon
- for the cookies: 8 ounces very soft butter 2 stick
- 8 ounces very soft butter 2 sticks 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1
- 8 ounces very soft butter 2 sticks
- very soft butter
- 2 sticks
- for the mint glaze 2 cups powdered sugar 4 tablespoons half and half or milk, maybe more 1/4-1 teaspoon peppermint extract blue paste food coloring i used wilton delphinium blue
- for the mint glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar 4 tablespoons half and half or milk maybe more 1/4-1 teaspoon peppermint extract blue paste food coloring i used wilton delphinium blue
- 4 tablespoons half and half or milk maybe more
- or milk maybe more
- 1/4-1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4-1
- peppermint extract
- blue paste food coloring i used wilton delphinium
- blue paste food coloring
- i used wilton delphinium blue
- for the buttercream piping: 1 tablespoon very soft
- for the buttercream piping:
- 1 tablespoon very soft butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2-2 tabl
- 1 tablespoon very soft butter
- very soft butter
- 1 1/2-2 tablespoons half and half or milk
- or milk
- peppermint extract
- white nonpareils
- white nonpareils
- small white pearlized snowflakes for the tree topp
- small white pearlized snowflakes for the tree topp
- Carbohydrate 343.673559981087 g
- Cholesterol 537.969999981077 mg
- Fat 366.278818958216 g
- Fiber 9.91790411914745 g
- Protein 35.4627741713343 g
- Saturated Fat 123.142481003152 g
- Serving Size 1 1 recipe (2507g)
- Sodium 4104.83535432472 mg
- Sugar 333.75565586194 g
- Trans Fat 18.3376047206186 g
- Calories 4777 calories
Step-by-step
- Ingredients for the cookies:
- 8 ounces very soft butter (2 sticks)
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
- For the mint glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons half and half or milk (maybe more)
- 1/4-1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Blue paste food coloring (I used Wilton Delphinium Blue)
- For the buttercream piping:
- 1 tablespoon very soft butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2-2 tablespoons half and half or milk
- White nonpareils
- Small white pearlized snowflakes (for tree tops)
A Festive Baking Adventure: My Easy Christmas Cookies
The aroma of freshly baked cookies, the soft glow of Christmas lights, the cheerful chatter of family and friends – these are the quintessential ingredients of a heartwarming holiday season. This year, I decided to take on a new baking challenge: decorating Christmas cookies. I’ve always been a bit intimidated by intricate cookie decorating, picturing elaborate piping techniques and perfectly smooth icing. But I discovered that creating beautiful, festive cookies can be surprisingly simple and incredibly rewarding. This recipe is my go-to, perfect for both experienced bakers and those, like me, who are just starting to explore the world of holiday baking.
My journey to mastering these easy decorated Christmas cookies began with a simple search online. I found numerous recipes, but many seemed overly complicated or required ingredients I didn’t have. I wanted something manageable, something I could tackle even after a long day at work (or, let’s be honest, after a long day of battling holiday shopping crowds!). This recipe provided the perfect balance of deliciousness and ease. The cookies themselves are soft and buttery, a delightful contrast to the crisp, cool peppermint glaze. The buttercream icing is incredibly smooth and easy to pipe, and I even added a touch of festive flair with small, pearlescent snowflakes.
The best part? The entire process, from mixing the dough to adding the final touches, was incredibly therapeutic. It was a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the season, a time to focus on something creative and enjoyable. The result? A beautiful batch of cookies that not only tasted amazing but also brought a sense of accomplishment and holiday cheer to my kitchen. They became a cherished part of our holiday celebrations, shared with friends and family, and each bite was a reminder of the joy and peace of the season.
Beyond the simple pleasure of baking, these cookies represent something more for me. They symbolize the warmth and connection of the holiday season, the time spent with loved ones, and the joy of creating something beautiful and delicious to share. It's a tradition I plan to carry on for years to come, a comforting ritual in the midst of the holiday frenzy. And who knows, maybe next year I'll even try some more advanced decorating techniques! For now, however, these easy-to-make, beautifully decorated Christmas cookies are a perfect fit for my busy lifestyle and my holiday spirit.
This is more than just a recipe; it's a memory, a tradition, and a delicious way to bring a little extra magic to your Christmas.
So, gather your ingredients, put on some festive music, and let the baking begin! Your family and friends will thank you for it.
Happy Holidays!
