Description
Yummy Christmas Wreath Cookies are the ultimate festive treat, bringing together vibrant colors and delightful flavors that embody the spirit of the holiday season. These charming cookies, shaped like traditional wreaths and adorned with colorful sprinkles, fill your home with the inviting scents of vanilla and almond. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they are a joy to make and share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon green gel food coloring
- Festive sprinkles or edible glitter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; add green food coloring to reach desired hue.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared sheets, shape into wreaths, and decorate with sprinkles.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg