Save Festive, whimsical cookies shaped like Christmas boots, perfect for holiday gatherings. These buttery vanilla cookies are decorated with colorful icing for a joyful touch.
I fondly remember making these cookies with my family every year, filling the house with sweet, buttery aromas and joyful laughter.
Ingredients
- Cookies: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter, softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch of salt
- Decorations: 150 g powdered sugar, 23 tbsp milk, Red, green, and white food coloring, Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt, then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
- Step 7:
- Use a boot-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 1012 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- For the icing, mix powdered sugar with milk to form a thick, spreadable glaze. Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 10:
- Decorate the cooled cookies with colored icing and sprinkles. Allow icing to set before serving.
Save My family loves gathering around to decorate these cookies together, creating cherished holiday memories.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Rolling pin, Boot-shaped cookie cutter, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter, milk). Decorations may contain additional allergens; check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 1 g (per serving)
Save These cookies bring festive joy to any holiday table. Enjoy baking and sharing them!
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I achieve the perfect dough consistency?
Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla before folding in flour and salt. Chill the dough to firm it up for easier rolling.
- → What is the best way to decorate the boot shapes?
Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a thick glaze, then tint with food coloring. Use a piping bag or brush to apply colorful icing and add sprinkles or edible glitter.
- → Can the vanilla flavor be substituted?
Yes, try almond extract or orange zest for a unique twist without altering the texture.
- → How should these treats be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- → Are there common allergens to be aware of?
These contain wheat, egg, and dairy. Decorations may include other allergens, so check labels carefully.