Save Festive, whimsical cookies shaped like Christmas boots, perfect for holiday gatherings. These buttery vanilla cookies are decorated with colorful icing for a joyful touch.
This recipe brings joy every holiday season as my family gathers to decorate and share these delightful treats.
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Ingredients
- Cookies: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch of salt
- Decorations: 150 g powdered sugar, 2 3 tbsp milk, Red, green, and white food coloring, Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract mix well.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disc wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
- Step 7:
- Use a boot-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 10 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- For the icing mix powdered sugar with milk to form a thick spreadable glaze. Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 10:
- Decorate the cooled cookies with colored icing and sprinkles. Allow icing to set before serving.
Save This recipe always sparks fond family memories as we decorate cookies together around the holidays.
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Notes
Pair with hot cocoa or mulled wine for a festive treat.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer or whisk Rolling pin Boot-shaped cookie cutter Baking sheet Parchment paper Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter, milk). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.
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Enjoy these cheerful cookies as a sweet holiday tradition.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the base dough?
The dough combines all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt for balance.
- → How is the decorative icing prepared?
Powdered sugar is mixed with milk to form a thick glaze, which is then divided and tinted with red, green, and white food coloring before decorating.
- → What baking temperature and time are recommended?
Bake the shaped cookies at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 12 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
- → Can the flavor be varied?
Yes, vanilla extract can be substituted with almond or orange zest to add different aromatic notes.
- → How should these treats be stored?
Store in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and flavor.
