Description
Delightful and festive butter cookies shaped into wreaths, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- Colorful sprinkles or finely chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the mixture, blending until just incorporated.
- Scoop the dough using a tablespoon and roll it into a ball. Shape it into a wreath by pinching the ends together.
- Place the wreaths on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Add sprinkles or nuts if desired.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use coconut oil or a plant-based butter. Experiment with flavors by adding almond or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, holiday, baking, festive, butter cookies