20 Kitchenaid Christmas Stand Mixer Recipe Cook Up Something Special!

Classic Gingerbread Cookies

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
2. In the bowl of your KitchenAid Christmas stand mixer, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
8. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate with icing or sprinkles for a festive touch. Enjoy your delicious homemade gingerbread cookies!

Cranberry Orange Bread

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In the bowl of your KitchenAid Christmas stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Mix in the vanilla extract.
6. Slowly add in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. In a small bowl, toss the cranberries with the orange juice and zest. Fold them into the batter.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve with a cup of hot cocoa for a cozy holiday treat.
These are just a few of the many delicious recipes you can make with your KitchenAid Christmas stand mixer. From cookies to breads to cakes, this versatile appliance will be your go-to tool for all your holiday baking needs. So break out your mixer and get ready to impress your loved ones with these festive and delicious treats. Happy holidays!