Best 6 Noel Cookie Gems Recipes

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Sparkling Noel Cookie Gems: A Culinary Symphony of Sweetness and Delight

As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked cookies. If you're looking for a treat that embodies the festive spirit, look no further than Noel Cookie Gems. These delectable morsels, adorned with intricate designs and shimmering sprinkles, are sure to delight the senses and bring joy to any gathering. Our curated collection of recipes presents a range of Noel Cookie Gems, each offering a unique flavor profile and texture. From the classic Vanilla Snowflake Cookies to the indulgent Chocolate Peppermint Gems, this article has something for every palate. Whether you prefer a crispy crunch or a soft and chewy bite, our recipes guide you through the process of creating these enchanting treats with ease. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

NOEL COOKIE GEMS



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These are a cinch to assemble and freeze, saving time during the holiday rush, and can be filled with other jams for a change.

Provided by tazdevilfan

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sour cream
3/4 cup finely chopped nuts
1/3 cup seedless strawberry jam

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Mix well. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls; roll in nuts.
  • Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a 3/8- to 1/2-in.-deep indentation in the center of each ball. Fill with jam. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.2, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 153, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 11.6, Protein 3.5

NOEL COOKIES



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Our daughter simply adores these cookies. They are only ever made for Christmas, so that in itself makes them special. These freeze very well, so you can bake ahead and hide. Too bad I can't hide them from myself. :) I think this may have been a Robin Hood recipe from many years ago, but I'm not completely certain.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, soft
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup unsweetened coconut
3/4 cup maraschino cherry, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Cream butter and sugar. Mix in the egg and extract.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder and salt. Stir into the creamed mixture.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips, coconut and cherries.
  • Drop by teaspoons on a parchment lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are slightly golden in colour. Cool slightly before removing to a wire cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.6, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 71.7, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 8.5, Protein 1.3

NUTMEG NOELS COOKIES



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I found this in an old cookbook, there very nice cookie for the holidays.

Provided by donna clark

Categories     Cookies

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbsp red colored sugar
2 Tbsp green colord sugar
1/2 tsp nutmeg divited
1 1/2 c flour
3/4 c sugar
1 Tbsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c butter softened
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 in a small bowl, combine colored sugar and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. a side
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. add butter, egg, and vanilla. beat at low speed until well mixed, about 3 minutes.
  • 3. Roll rounded teaspoonful into 1" balls. Roll in nutmeg-sugar mixtures. Bake on ungreased baking sheet 2 " apart at 400 for 10-12 minutes. Cookies will spread a lot while baking.

NOEL BARS



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These bars are rich and chewy...a perfect holiday treat.

Provided by Nola H.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon baking soda
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup packed brown sugar
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs and vanilla together in mixing bowl. Add in brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt and walnuts. Mix until well blended.
  • Melt the butter in a 9-inch square pan. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until firm to the touch.
  • While bars are still hot, loosen with a spatula and turn out onto wax paper, buttered side up. Dust with confectioners' sugar while warm and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 36.1 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 105.4 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

CHEWY NOELS



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My mother used to make these at Christmas every year. After dusting them with powdered sugar she would pipe N-O-E-L in green icing on the tops of each one.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 18 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Melt the butter in a 7x11 inch baking dish, and tilt the pan to coat all of the sides; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, and baking soda.
  • Mix in the eggs and vanilla until smooth, then stir in the walnuts. Pour over the melted butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges begin to brown.
  • Cool, then cut into squares, and dust with confectioners sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 26.9, Sodium 30.6, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 13.6, Protein 1.9

NOEL NUT BALLS



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No holiday cookie tin would be complete without at least a few Noel nut balls, rich nut-and-butter domes, rolled in confectioners' sugar to resemble miniature snowballs. In Martha's family, the cookie dough was traditionally made with a touch of bourbon (or orange juice), for extra flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, sifted
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans (best if chopped by hand)
1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon bourbon or fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, pecans, confectioners' sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter and honey until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in bourbon or orange juice just to combine. Add flour mixture, and beat just to combine. Turn out dough onto a piece of plastic, wrap tightly, and chill 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll dough, 2 teaspoons at a time, into balls. Place 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until brown around edges, about 12 minutes. Transfer cookies to wire racks; let cool completely. Roll in confectioners' sugar to coat. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

Tips:

  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies keep their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the baking sheet. This will help ensure that the cookies are all the same size and shape.
  • Bake the cookies for the recommended amount of time, but watch them closely. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help prevent the cookies from breaking.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

These Noel cookie gems are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for Christmas. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their simple ingredients and classic flavor, these cookies are sure to become a holiday favorite.

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