Christmas Butter Cookies Recipe
Delightful Christmas Butter Cookies: A Holiday Classic
As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to embrace the comforting warmth of your kitchen and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Christmas butter cookies. These sweet treats are a staple of the festive season, bringing joy to family gatherings, cookie exchanges, and cozy moments by the fireplace. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a holiday newbie, butter cookies are a simple yet elegant addition to your holiday repertoire.
Why Butter Cookies Are a Holiday Favorite
Christmas butter cookies hold a special place in our hearts (and on our cookie trays) for a good reason. Their rich, buttery flavor, paired with a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture, makes them universally appealing.
Tips for Festive Flair
- Colorful Icing: Use gel food coloring to make vibrant icings for decorating.
- Sprinkles Galore: Top your cookies with holiday-themed sprinkles or edible glitter for a touch of magic.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment with citrus zest, spices like cinnamon, or even a pinch of nutmeg for unique flavors.
Sharing the Joy
Christmas butter cookies are perfect for gifting. Pack them in festive tins or cellophane bags tied with ribbon for a homemade gift that’s straight from the heart. They’re also great for creating lasting memories—gather your loved ones for a cookie-baking session and let your creativity shine.
This holiday season, let the smell of butter cookies waft through your home, filling it with warmth and cheer. These timeless treats are more than just desserts—they’re a celebration of togetherness, tradition, and the magic of Christmas.
Happy baking, and may your holiday season be as sweet as your cookies!.
Christmas Butter Cookies Recipe
Cuisine: DessertsDifficulty: Easy30
Cookies20
minutes15
minutesThe Perfect Butter Cookie Recipe
Ingredient:
200g Butter
60g Powdered Sugar
320g Cake Flour
Directions
- Place soft butter in a bowl
- Add powdered sugar and whisk
- Cream until light and fluffy
- Add powdered sugar and whisk
- Mix in about half the flour
- Mix in the remaining flour
- Mix together to form a cookie dough
- Shape cookies with a silicone mould
- Use a modeling tool to ensure dough fills the silicone moulds
- Place cookies in the freezer for 15 – 20 mins
- Remove cookies from mould. Transfer cookies to baking tray lined with parchment paper
- Bake in a pre-heated Air Fryer at 175°C for 12 – 15 minutes
- Allow to cool in the baking tray.
- Serve. ENJOY! Happy Baking!
