HOLIDAY SUGAR COOKIES
I add a hint of lemon to these delightful sugar cookies. For make-ahead convenience, freeze the dough up to three months, then thaw in the fridge before baking and decorating them. -Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 9-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon peel and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into three 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm., Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks., In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk and food coloring until smooth; transfer to a resealable plastic bag; drizzle over cookies in the shape of a Christmas tree. Place one Red Hot at the top of each tree.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Tamang Ramesh
[email protected]Overall, I thought these cookies were okay. They weren't the best sugar cookies I've ever had, but they weren't bad either.
Trey Baskett
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the frosting to spread evenly on the cookies. I think I might have needed to make it a little thinner.
Xamdi Tifow
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I might have needed to add a little more butter.
Awais Alvi
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now, and they always turn out great. They're a favorite in my family.
Dilshani Dilshani
[email protected]These cookies were the perfect addition to our holiday party. They were festive and delicious, and they put a smile on everyone's face.
Aisha Mberwa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sugar cookies, but these were actually really good. They were soft and chewy, and the frosting was delicious.
Shafiq Nisar
[email protected]I would definitely make these cookies again. They were a hit with my family and friends.
Michelle Atieno
[email protected]Overall, I thought these cookies were pretty good. They were easy to make and they tasted good, but they weren't anything special.
Rylan Valentine
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cookies to spread out in the oven. I think I might have needed to roll them out a little thinner.
Mohamed salim Said
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.
Wankumbu Simbule
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! The cookies were soft and chewy, and the frosting was the perfect touch.
Aol Devinah Layer
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious, and they always put a smile on my face.
Naro 583
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even my kids were able to help me make these cookies.
Miguelina Gomez
[email protected]These cookies were delicious! I made them for a cookie exchange and they were gone in minutes.
Yahuza Mubarak
[email protected]I've tried many sugar cookie recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Abdullah Musa
[email protected]These sugar cookies were a hit at our holiday party! They were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again next year.