Twisted Christmas Cookies: Easy Recipes for Festive Delight
Discover the joy of baking with our Twisted Christmas Cookies recipe, perfect for festive gatherings and holiday cheer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar for icing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until dough forms.
- Roll the dough into thin strips and twist them into preferred shapes.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool before icing with powdered sugar mixture.
Notes
- For more flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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