Irish Christmas Cookies
Bring some unique flavor to your Christmas cookie recipes with these Irish Christmas Cookies. Thanks to the Irish whiskey you'll get a bit of a kick that's sure to wake up your senses.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
One recipe that pairs well with the Irish Christmas Cookies is a classic gingerbread cookie. These spiced cookies are perfect for the holiday season and will complement the rich flavors of the Irish whiskey in the Irish Christmas Cookies. Another great recipe to try is peppermint bark. The cool and refreshing taste of peppermint will provide a nice contrast to the warm and boozy flavors of the Irish Christmas Cookies. For something a little more decadent, consider making chocolate truffles. These bite-sized treats are easy to make and can be customized with different coatings such as crushed nuts or cocoa powder. Whatever recipe you choose to try next, we hope you enjoy adding a touch of Irish flair to your holiday baking!
Cooking Time10 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated Sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Irish whiskey
- 1/4 cup candied citron, chopped
- 1/4 cup golden raisins, blanched and chopped
- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and prepare two greased cookie sheets; set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar.
- Beat in the eggs until well blended. Add the flour and the Irish whiskey, and beat the dough until smooth.
- Add the fruit and nuts, and mix well.
- Drop cookie dough from a tablespoon onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake at 375 degrees F each sheet of cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the cookies from the baking sheets with a spatula while still warm.
- Place on wire rack to partially cool.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container with a slice of white bread to maintain their soft, fruity texture.
