Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and nothing brings more joy and warmth than the delicious aroma of freshly baked cookies. This holiday season, why not make your own Christmas window cookies that not only taste amazing but also look stunning? These cookies are a perfect addition to your holiday baking repertoire, and they make for a great homemade gift for loved ones. With this easy and professional recipe, you'll be able to create beautiful and well-organized Christmas window cookies that will make your home smell like a winter wonderland.
Let's start with a classic - the Christmas cookie. These cookies are a staple during the holiday season and can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes. Try using festive cookie cutters to add some holiday cheer to your treats.
If you're looking for a festive drink to go with your Christmas cookies, look no further than the Christmas cookie cocktail. This delicious and creamy cocktail combines the flavors of vanilla, almond, and amaretto for a truly indulgent treat.
Don't let the name fool you, this "crack" is a highly addictive and delicious treat. Made with saltine crackers, caramel, and chocolate, this sweet and salty snack is perfect for any holiday gathering.
Bring a taste of Italy to your holiday celebrations with these delicious and traditional Italian Christmas cookies. These cookies are often made with almond paste and topped with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.
These cookies are not only delicious but also look beautiful on any holiday cookie platter. The powdered sugar coating gives them a snow-covered appearance that is perfect for the holiday season.
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Christmas Morning Wife Saver
Main Ingredients: Bread, Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Large Eggs, Black Pepper
Looking for a breakfast option for Christmas morning? This casserole, made with layers of bread, eggs, and sausage, can be prepared the night before and popped in the oven in the morning for an easy and delicious meal.
Looking for a fun and festive drink for the kids? This green Grinch juice, made with lime sherbet and lemon-lime soda, is sure to be a hit. Add some red sugar sprinkles to the rim for a pop of holiday color.
Sugar cookies are a holiday classic and can be decorated in a variety of ways. From icing to sprinkles to candies, let your creativity run wild and make these cookies your own.
These cookies are a twist on the traditional sugar cookie. They are shaped like sticks and can be dipped in chocolate for an extra decadent treat. Try using different types of chocolate for a variety of flavors.
Looking for a healthier option to balance out all the holiday treats? This Christmas salad is made with seasonal ingredients like cranberries, pecans, and feta cheese and is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
We couldn't resist adding another version of Christmas crack to our list. This one is made with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows for a gooey and delicious treat. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
If you're looking for a cookie that has it all, this is the one for you. It's filled with all your favorite holiday flavors - chocolate, peppermint, and white chocolate chips. These cookies are sure to impress and satisfy any cookie craving.
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Sugar Cookie Christmas Fudge
Main Ingredients: White Chocolate Chips, Sugar Cookie Mix, Sweetened
Fudge is a holiday favorite and this version combines the flavors of sugar cookies and white chocolate for a truly decadent treat. Cut into small squares and package up for a perfect homemade gift.
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Simple Spritz Christmas Cookie
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Butter, Granulated
These cookies may be simple, but they are full of flavor. Made with a cookie press, they can be shaped into a variety of festive designs and decorated with sprinkles or icing.
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Divine Christmas chocolate cookie
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Cocoa Powder, Large
Indulge in these heavenly chocolate cookies this holiday season. Made with both cocoa powder and chocolate chips, they are rich and fudgy and perfect for any chocolate lover.
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Eggnog Cookies | Christmas Cookie Idea
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Canela, Ground
Eggnog is a classic holiday drink, but have you ever tried it in cookie form? These eggnog cookies are soft and chewy with a hint of nutmeg and are sure to be a hit at any holiday party.
No holiday party is complete without a festive punch. This one is made with cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and ginger ale for a refreshing and flavorful drink. Add some rum or vodka for an adult version.
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Lady Locks – Christmas Cookie Exchange
Main Ingredients: Flour, Crisco, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Yeast, Sugar
These delicate and delicious cookies are a staple at many Christmas cookie exchanges. Made with cream cheese and filled with a sweet cream filling, they are sure to impress your friends and family.
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Whoville Cookies |Christmas Sugar Cookie
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Granulated Sugar, Butter
These festive cookies are inspired by the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss. Made with green and red dough and topped with colorful sprinkles, they are sure to bring a smile to everyone's face this holiday season.
These cookies, also known as anginetti, are a traditional Italian cookie made with lemon and topped with a lemon glaze. They are light and refreshing and perfect for balancing out all the other rich holiday treats.
The Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
Assorted colored hard candies, crushed
Confectioners' sugar (optional)
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, and mix until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape them into discs.
Wrap the discs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Once chilled, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface until it's about ¼ inch thick.
Using Christmas-themed cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes in the dough.
Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Using a smaller cookie cutter, cut out a shape in the center of each cookie.
Fill the cutout with crushed hard candies, making sure to cover the entire area.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cookies with confectioners' sugar for a snowy effect.
The Final Touch
Once cooled, these Christmas window cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing. The crushed hard candies melt in the oven, leaving behind colorful and translucent windows that add a festive touch to your cookies. These cookies are perfect for hanging on the Christmas tree or as a centerpiece on your holiday dessert table. So, gather your loved ones and bake up some holiday cheer with these creative and natural Christmas window cookies that are sure to be a hit. Happy baking and happy holidays!
<h2>The Final Touch</h2>
<p>Once cooled, these <b>Christmas window cookies</b> are not only delicious but also visually appealing. The crushed hard candies melt in the oven, leaving behind colorful and translucent windows that add a festive touch to your cookies. These cookies are perfect for hanging on the Christmas tree or as a centerpiece on your holiday dessert table. So, gather your loved ones and <b>bake</b> up some holiday cheer with these <b>creative</b> and <b>natural</b> Christmas window cookies that are sure to be a hit. Happy baking and happy holidays!</p>
