Sugarplum Fairy Gumdrop Cookies
Transport yourself to lands where sugarplum fairies dance around gingerbread houses! These Sugarplum Fairy Gumdrop Cookies are a Christmas miracle and one of the cutest Christmas cookie recipes you'll ever eat.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you loved the whimsical and festive nature of our Sugarplum Fairy Gumdrop Cookies, you'll adore these other Christmas recipes that are just as delightful.
First up, why not try making our Peppermint Bark Brownies? These rich and fudgy brownies are swirled with peppermint bark and topped with crushed candy canes for a burst of holiday flavor. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and spreading Christmas cheer.
Next on our list is our Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake. This moist and flavorful cake is studded with tart cranberries and bright citrusy orange zest. It's a show-stopping dessert that will not only impress your guests but also fill your home with the warm scents of the season.
Finally, we recommend giving our Eggnog Cheesecake Bars a try. These creamy cheesecake bars have a hint of nutmeg and rum flavor, just like a classic cup of eggnog. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, they're a decadent treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
We hope these Christmas recipes bring as much joy and magic to your holiday baking as our Sugarplum Fairy Gumdrop Cookies did. Happy baking!
Ingredients
- 1 cup shortening
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup coconut
- 1 cup gumdrops, cut into pieces
- 1 1/3 cup oatmeal
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cream together sugars and shortening.
- Add eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
- Sift dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Add coconut, oatmeal and cut-up gumdrops until consistency is smooth.
- Drop by small spoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from pan right away and cool on a rack.
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