Spiced christmas cookies

Enjoy the warm flavors of the holiday season with our Spiced Christmas Cookies! Made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a delightful spice mix, these cookies are perfectly balanced with butter and maple syrup for a festive treat. Simple and delicious, they’re an irresistible addition to your holiday baking.

  • 23 May 2024
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 30 min
  • 12 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Spiced christmas cookies

Christmas is a time for joy, family, and delicious treats. One classic favorite is spiced Christmas cookies that fill your home with warm, festive scents. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, gifts, or just indulging in some seasonal cheer. With a blend of aromatic spices and the sweetness of maple syrup, this recipe will surely become a holiday staple.

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
120g
1/2 cup brown sugar
120g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
1 tsp spice mix
5g
1/3 cup butter
70g
1/3 cup maple syrup
72g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and spice mix until well combined. This ensures that the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
3. Cream Butter and Syrup:
In a separate larger mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. You can use an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer for this step.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and syrup mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. The dough may seem a bit sticky, but that's okay.
5. Chill the Dough (Optional):
If your dough is too sticky to handle, you can cover it with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for about 15-30 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out and cut.
6. Roll Out the Dough:
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Cut Out Cookies:
Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the rolled dough. Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
8. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to ensure they don't overbake.
9. Cool:
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate (Optional):
Once the cookies are cool, you can decorate them with icing, sprinkles, or any other festive decorations you like.
11. Enjoy:
Serve and enjoy your delicious spiced Christmas cookies with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite holiday beverage!

Tips:

- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before you start mixing. This helps in achieving a smoother dough.

- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This makes it easier to handle and helps the cookies keep their shape during baking.

- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.

- If you like your cookies to be extra festive, consider adding a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg to your spice mix.

- For an added touch, you can drizzle some royal icing on top of the cookies once they've cooled, or add a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

There you have it—delicious spiced Christmas cookies that are sure to add a festive flair to your holiday season. Enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa or share them with loved ones to spread the joy. These cookies are not only tasty but also fun to make, adding a special touch to your Christmas celebrations.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size33 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal5%
Protein
Protein 1.32g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g5%
Fiber 0.45g1%
Sugar 9g9%
Fat
Fat 5g6%
Saturated 2.78g9%
Cholesterol 14mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 45ug5%
Choline 2.47mg0%
Vitamin B1 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B2 0.00mg0%
Vitamin B3 0.18mg1%
Vitamin B6 0.01mg1%
Vitamin B9 2.81ug1%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.01mg0%
Vitamin E 0.01mg0%
Vitamin K 0.53ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 14mg1%
Copper, Cu 0.03mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.22mg2%
Magnesium, Mg 4.88mg1%
Phosphorus, P 16mg1%
Potassium, K 30mg1%
Selenium, Se 2.22ug4%
Sodium, Na 3.52mg0%
Zinc, Zn 0.13mg1%
Water
Water 2.27g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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