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Christmas Cookies

Irresistible Christmas Cookies: A Festive Flavor Adventure

Delight in these Orange Clove Christmas Cookies, a mix of buttery shortbread and gingerbread perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Butter Ensure it’s at room temperature for optimal creaming.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup works as a great vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Molasses You may substitute it with brown sugar if needed.
  • 2 cups Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • to taste Spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, clove, allspice) Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Finely chopped dehydrated or candied orange slices can replace it if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Try almond or orange extract as alternatives if needed.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Forms a smooth, delightful glaze finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Adds tang and brightness to the glaze.
  • optional Cointreau Feel free to replace it with another citrus liqueur or omit entirely.
  • to taste Ground Clove Complements the cozy flavors of the cookies.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by creaming 1 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of honey until fluffy and light, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup of molasses, then gradually mix in 2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and spices. Mix in orange zest and vanilla extract until a soft dough forms.
  2. Shape the dough into a log or desired shapes. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/2 inch thick rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  4. Prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup of icing sugar, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, and a splash of Cointreau, if desired. Drizzle over cookies and return to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. To keep them soft, place a slice of apple in the container.

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