Twisted Christmas Cookies
Twisted Christmas Cookies are a festive delight, combining soft, chewy cookie texture with a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. These cookies fill your home with the warm aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg, evoking cherished holiday memories. Easy to make and adaptable for various dietary preferences, they are perfect for gifting or enjoying with family and friends during the most wonderful time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Your favorite mix-ins (chocolate chips, nuts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Fold in your favorite mix-ins.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with different extracts like almond or peppermint to customize flavor. For added texture, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking. To keep cookies fresh longer, store in an airtight container with a slice of bread.