Pin Delicate, buttery Christmas cookies shaped like angels, perfect for holiday celebrations and gifting.
This recipe has been a staple during our Christmas gatherings, bringing festive joy with every bite.
Ingredients
- Dough: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter, softened, 100 g powdered sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1 pinch salt
- Decoration: 100 g royal icing or icing sugar (for glazing), edible gold or silver pearls (optional), colored sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt, then mix gently until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 5 mm thickness.
- Step 7:
- Using angel-shaped cookie cutters, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 8 10 minutes, or until the edges are just golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely on racks.
- Step 9:
- Once cooled, decorate with royal icing and sprinkles, pearls, or edible glitter as desired. Allow icing to set before serving or storing.
Pin These cookies often bring the whole family together during the holidays for decorating and sharing stories.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, rolling pin, angel-shaped cookie cutters, baking sheets, parchment paper, cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Per biscuit: Calories 70, Total Fat 3.5 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Protein 1 g
Pin These angel biscuits add a charming touch to any holiday table and are a delightful gift for loved ones.
Recipe Q&A
- → What key ingredients give these biscuits their flavor?
Butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt combine to create a delicate, sweet flavor with a rich, buttery base.
- → How is the dough prepared for the best texture?
After creaming butter and sugar, the dough is gently mixed and chilled for at least an hour, ensuring a tender, crisp biscuit once baked.
- → What is the recommended baking temperature and duration?
Bake the biscuits at 180°C (350°F) for 8 to 10 minutes until edges turn just golden.
- → Are there options to add a citrus twist to the biscuits?
Yes, finely grated lemon or orange zest can be added to the dough for a fresh, citrus flavor.
- → How should the biscuits be stored to maintain freshness?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep them crisp and flavorful.
