Pin It Festive, whimsical cookies shaped like Christmas boots, perfect for holiday gatherings. These buttery vanilla cookies are decorated with colorful icing for a joyful touch.
These cookies remind me of cozy holiday afternoons spent baking with family and filling the house with sweet aromas.
Ingredients
- Cookies: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch of salt
- Decorations: 150 g powdered sugar, 2&3 tbsp milk, Red, green, and white food coloring, Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract mix well.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disc wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
- Step 7:
- Use a boot-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 10 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- For the icing mix powdered sugar with milk to form a thick spreadable glaze Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 10:
- Decorate the cooled cookies with colored icing and sprinkles Allow icing to set before serving.
Pin It Nothing beats sharing these delightful cookies with loved ones during cozy winter evenings.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Rolling pin, Boot-shaped cookie cutter, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) egg and dairy (butter milk). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 1 g per serving.
Pin It These cookies bring festive cheer to any holiday table and are simple enough for all skill levels.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What ingredients give these cookies their buttery flavor?
The combination of unsalted butter and vanilla extract creates the rich buttery taste that defines these cookies.
- → How can I achieve the perfect boot shape?
Rolling the chilled dough evenly to about 0.5 cm thickness and using a boot-shaped cutter ensures clear, consistent shapes.
- → What’s the best way to decorate the cookies with colorful icing?
Mix powdered sugar with milk to a spreadable glaze, divide it, and tint with food coloring before spreading and adding sprinkles.
- → Can I store these cookies for later enjoyment?
Yes, store them in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.
- → Are there alternatives to vanilla extract for different flavors?
You can substitute vanilla with almond extract or orange zest to create unique and varied tastes.