Description
Delight your friends and family with these fun and festive holiday wreath cookies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Green food coloring
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Assorted colorful sugar pearls and sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter with granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness on a floured surface.
- Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles.
- Use a smaller round cutter to create a hole in the center, forming a wreath shape.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and a few drops of green food coloring until smooth.
- Adjust consistency with more powdered sugar or milk if needed.
- Decorate the Cookies:
- Pipe or spread the green frosting on each cookie, forming the greenery of the wreath.
- Decorate with assorted colorful sugar pearls and sprinkles to mimic ornaments.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing and smooth dough.
- Chill the dough well to prevent spreading during baking.
- Experiment with different shapes and sizes for unique cookie designs.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie