Description
Ann Roger's Christmas Cookies are buttery, nutty, and studded with vibrant candied cherries, making them a festive and delicious holiday treat. These crisp, slightly golden cookies are perfect for sharing during the holidays or enjoying with a cup of tea.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 2 cups candied cherries
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy to create the base of your dough.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla thoroughly to incorporate moisture and flavor into the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: On low speed, gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, chopped nuts, and candied cherries until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Chill Dough: Roll the dough into two logs, wrap each tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up for easier slicing.
- Preheat Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to ensure even baking.
- Slice and Bake: Slice the chilled dough logs into rounds about 1/4-inch thick, place them on a baking sheet spaced evenly, and bake for 15 minutes or until the edges are set and the cookies are just barely golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your festive Christmas cookies!
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for best creaming results.
- Chilling the dough logs is essential for clean, uniform slices.
- You can substitute walnuts or pecans for the chopped nuts if preferred.
- Be careful not to overbake; cookies should be just golden at the edges for a perfect texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
