Best 4 Church Window Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that Church Window Cookies bring to your taste buds. These captivating treats, also known as "Windowpane Cookies" or "Stained Glass Cookies," are a visual masterpiece that combines the delicate crunch of a cookie with the chewy goodness of a candy center.

With two different recipes to choose from – one featuring a vibrant stained glass design and the other showcasing a classic pinwheel pattern – these cookies are sure to impress both the eyes and the palate.

The stained glass recipe captivates with its colorful candy centers, peeking through a lattice of golden brown cookie dough. Each bite offers a delightful burst of sweetness, while the chewy texture of the candy complements the crispy cookie perfectly.

The pinwheel recipe, on the other hand, enchants with its mesmerizing swirl of colors, reminiscent of a whimsical carousel. The combination of soft, chewy cookie dough and the gooey candy filling creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Whether you prefer the vibrant stained glass design or the classic pinwheel pattern, these Church Window Cookies are guaranteed to become a beloved treat in your household. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delicious journey with these two irresistible recipes.

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

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I see two other recipes for these, but this is our version we use every year. They are an absolute hit at cookie exchanges as they are different, not to mention very easy and tasty!

Provided by moonshine7015

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (16 ounce) package colored miniature marshmallows
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and chocolate chips in a heavy saucepan over medium heat; mix until smooth and creamy; remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Fold in the marshmallows and walnuts.
  • Scatter about half of the coconut onto a large baking sheet. Form the chocolate mixture into two oblong logs and lay them onto the coconut. Use the remaining coconut to coat the logs. Refrigerate until the logs are firm, about 1 hour. Cut logs into 3/4-inch slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 46.9 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

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This is a hit with kids-the little ones just love the colored marshmallows! -Emmilie Gaston, Wabash, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 ounces) pastel miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Stir in marshmallows and walnuts., Divide mixture into three portions; place each portion on a piece of waxed paper. Using waxed paper, shape each into a 10-in.-long roll; roll in coconut. Wrap tightly in waxed paper; refrigerate 2 hours or until firm. Cut crosswise into 1/2-in. slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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Make and share this Church Window Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by vgccwomensministry

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup margarine
12 ounces chocolate chips
10 1/2 ounces colored miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup nuts, chopped
1/2 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Melt margarine and chocolate chips over water (or in microwave) and cool.
  • Pour and mix with marshmallows, nuts and coconut.
  • Pour on wax paper and form into rolls.
  • Refrigerate, remove wax paper, and cut into slices, and serve.

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Mom used to make these no bake cookies at Christmas time every year. The colorful small marshmellow always brought a colorful place to her cookie trays. Mom made these using either Chocolate chips or Butterscothch chips. They are both sweet and delicious.

Provided by Denise Nalepa-Hucke

Categories     Chocolate

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 oz chocolate chips or
18 oz butterscotch chips
7 oz coconut flaked
1 stick butter, cold
101/2 oz minature colored marshmellows

Steps:

  • 1. In a double boiler, melt butter first and choc chips or (Butterscotch chips), cool not to long, add nuts and minature marshmellow until partly melted. Put half on coconut on wax paper and roll up. Twist ends of wax paper to close. Repeat with other half. Chill overnight and slice into cookies.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even squares. This will help the cookies bake evenly.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough.
  • Be careful not to over-bake the cookies. They should be golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • For a fun twist, try using different colors of frosting to create a stained glass effect.

Conclusion:

Church window cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their colorful stained glass design, they are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy baking project, give these cookies a try!

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