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Golden Holly Crown Cookies

These delightful cookies feature a buttery base and are decorated with vibrant green sugar and red candy berries, making them a perfect festive treat for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour A staple for creating that soft and tender cookie base.
  • 1 tsp baking powder To give the cookies a light, airy texture.
  • 0.25 tsp salt A hint of salt enhances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened The heart of the recipe, creating a rich flavor and tender texture.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For that perfect creamy sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the ingredients and adds richness.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract A classic flavor that makes cookies irresistible.
  • 0.5 tsp almond extract (optional) A delightful addition for a deeper flavor.
Decorations
  • to taste green colored sugar or green icing To mimic the vibrant holly leaves.
  • to taste red candy or M&M’s For those cheerful holly berries.
  • to taste gold sprinkles or edible gold dust A festive touch to make these cookies shine.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cookie removal.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if you're using it).
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until everything is nicely combined into a dough.
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a circular or crown-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies.
Baking
  1. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool completely before decorating – this prevents the frosting from melting.
Decoration
  1. Decorate the cookies by dipping them in green sugar or piping green icing in holly leaf shapes. Add red candy or M&M’s for the holly berries, and finish with sparkling gold sprinkles or edible gold dust for an extra festive flair.

Notes

To achieve the best Golden Holly Crown Cookies, consider freezing the dough for about 30 minutes before rolling it out. This helps to maintain the shape while baking. You can also experiment with flavorings; try adding a teaspoon of orange zest for a refreshing twist. If you prefer a softer cookie, avoid overbaking them until they’re golden brown. Keep your workspace well-floured to prevent the dough from sticking. Lastly, feel free to invite your kids to join in the decorating fun — it’s a great way to create holiday memories together!