Hey there, cookie lovers!
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—time for some delicious Christmas cookies!
Today, I’m sharing a cozy recipe for Christmas cookies that are perfect with a glass of milk.
These cookies are sweet, festive, and super fun to make!
So grab your flour and sprinkle some holiday cheer, because we’re about to whip up some tasty treats!
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 10-11 minutes |
| Total Time | 25-31 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
While the oven is heating up, prepare your ingredients and tools.
Line a cookie sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure even baking.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat together the sugar and Crisco until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Then, beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
This will create a smooth and creamy base for your cookie dough.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Make sure these dry ingredients are well combined to ensure even distribution throughout the dough.
Step 4: Mix Everything Together
Alternate adding the milk and the flour mixture to the sugar and Crisco mixture.
Start with a small amount of the flour mixture, mix it in, then add a bit of milk, and continue to alternate until everything is fully combined.
Once the dough is well mixed, add in the vanilla and give it a final stir to incorporate.
Step 5: Shape and Decorate the Cookies
Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading.
Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with red and green sugar for a festive touch.
Step 6: Bake and Cool
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your freshly baked cookies!
