Best 2 Busias Cutout Cookies Recipes

In the realm of holiday baking, Busia's Cutout Cookies reign supreme, captivating taste buds with their delightful simplicity and heartwarming backstory. Originating from a Polish grandmother's cherished recipe, these delicate cookies have become a beloved tradition passed down through generations, embodying the essence of family, love, and the magic of Christmas. With their crisp edges, tender crumb, and versatile decorations, Busia's Cutout Cookies are a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Whether you prefer classic shapes, intricate designs, or a touch of edible glitter, these cookies offer a blank canvas for your creativity to shine. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we unveil the secrets behind Busia's Cutout Cookies, exploring variations like the irresistible Linzer Cookies, the festive Gingerbread Cookies, and the adorable Jam Thumbprint Cookies. Let the sweet aroma of baking fill your kitchen as you create these timeless treats, sure to become cherished memories for years to come.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUSIA'S WHITE VELVET COOKIES

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These wonderful light cookies bring back so many good memories from my childhood. We always had these around Easter and Christmas. They look like sugar cookies, but the cream cheese in them gives them that special taste. If you freeze the cookies before eating them they are even better!! Modifications: I've used light margarine, low fat cream cheese, and substituted 1 cup of Splenda all without harming the end results. Also, the last time I made them I subbed in 1 cup of whole wheat flour and they were still great. But, I've never made all these changes in the same batch of dough, so it's up to you if you want to try that. Prep time does not include chill time, but does include roll-out time.

Provided by Jadelabyrinth

Categories Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 5 dozen, 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups butter or 2 cups margarine, softened, not melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, not melted
2 cups sugar
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
4 1/2 cups flour
icing, of your choice (optional)
colored crystal sugar (optional)

Steps:

Cream together the maragarine and cream cheese.
Add the sugar, egg yolks, nutmeg, and vanilla Beat until fluffy.
Add the flour in portions; mix well. The dough will be a bit sticky, do not add extra flour!
Chill for a minimum of 4 hours, up to two days in the refrigerator.
Preheat oven at 350°F.
On a smooth surface, roll the dough out to a 1/4 inch thickness. Use your favorite cookie cutters!
Place dough shapes on greased cookie sheets about 1 inch apart. Bake 9-11 minutes, or until slightly firm to the touch. Edges should not be brown.
Cool on sheets two minutes, remove cookies to wax paper to cool completely. Note: if you use paper towels or brown paper bags, they will absorb addition grease out of the cookies, but the cookies will be drier.
Enjoy or frost with an icing of your choice. Decorate with colored sugar if desired.
Note: Number of servings depends on the what size cookie cutters you use. For a medium size I can get 60-70 cookies. With a larger size, only about 50-60 cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 26, Sodium 66.7, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 6.8, Protein 1.3

BEST BISCUITS

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Rich buttermilk biscuits baking in the oven will bring back warm memories of your own mom's kitchen. These have a classic old-fashioned flavor that's stood the test of time. You can make them with little effort.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup shortening
3/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

For the best results, use cold butter. This will help the cookies hold their shape better and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will also help the cookies hold their shape better and prevent them from sticking to the rolling pin.
Use a sharp knife to cut out the cookies. This will help to create clean, even edges.
Bake the cookies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Busia's Cutout Cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients and a little bit of love, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give Busia's Cutout Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!