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Holiday Butter Cookie Box

Holiday Butter Cookie Box – Your Festive Baking Delight

Enjoy the festive spirit with the Holiday Butter Cookie Box, featuring rich and buttery cookies perfect for gifting or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Provides richness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Contributes to tenderness
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Acts as a binding agent
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract Adds a nutty flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips (optional) For a sweet flavor boost
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest For a citrus twist
  • Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg) For seasonal variations

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • plastic wrap
  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt; mix until smooth.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  4. If desired, gently fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, flatten each ball slightly, and arrange on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden, centers remain soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for the best texture and avoid overmixing to maintain softness.

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