Festive Hanukkah Christmas Cookies (Printer View)
Airy cookies finished with powdered sugar and colorful sprinkles, blending Hanukkah and Christmas traditions.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
06 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
→ Festive Touches
10 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
11 - 2 tablespoons blue and silver Hanukkah sprinkles
12 - 2 tablespoons red and green Christmas sprinkles
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Beat butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Mix in vanilla and almond extracts until combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing only until blended. Do not overmix dough.
06 - Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until puffed and edges begin to turn golden.
08 - Cool cookies for 5 minutes on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack. When slightly warm, generously dust with powdered sugar.
09 - Decorate half the cookies with blue and silver sprinkles for Hanukkah and the rest with red and green sprinkles for Christmas. Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Blends Hanukkah and Christmas traditions in one treat
- Quick and easy prep makes it perfect for busy holidays
02 -
- Contains wheat, eggs, and dairy; check labels for hidden allergens
- Keeps fresh up to 4 days in airtight container
03 -
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth
- Swap in lemon zest for a citrusy twist