Name: Traditional Christmas Cookies
Cook time: 3 h
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, unsalted, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon lemon peel, finely grated; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 1/4 cup flour, unsifted; 1 to 2 tablespoons water; 3 egg whites; 1 pound powdered sugar; 2 to 3 teaspoons water

Traditional Christmas Cookies

Gather up the family for these cute Christmas cookies. Everyone will want to get involved when you make Traditional Christmas Cookies. This delicious treat is sure to remind you of childhood.

Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas

If you loved making our Traditional Christmas Cookies, then you'll definitely want to try out a few more festive recipes to add to your holiday baking repertoire!

First up, why not try making a batch of Gingerbread Cookies? These spiced cookies are a classic Christmas treat that is always a hit with family and friends. Roll out the dough, cut out festive shapes, and decorate with icing or sprinkles for some extra holiday cheer.

Next, consider whipping up a batch of Peppermint Bark. This sweet and minty treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth during the holiday season. Simply melt together white and dark chocolate, swirl in some peppermint extract, and sprinkle with crushed candy canes for a crunchy finish.

Lastly, give our Eggnog Cupcakes a try. These moist and flavorful cupcakes are infused with the warm spices of nutmeg and cinnamon, just like a glass of traditional eggnog. Top them off with a rich and creamy eggnog frosting for a decadent dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

With these three delicious Christmas recipes, you'll have plenty of options to keep the holiday baking fun going all season long. So gather your loved ones around the kitchen once again and enjoy making these tasty treats together!

Cooking Time3 hr

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, unsalted, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon lemon peel, finely grated
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups flour, unsifted
1 to 2 tablespoons water
3 egg whites
1 pound powdered sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons water

Instructions

Beat together butter and sugar in small bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg, lemon peel, vanilla and salt.
Gradually beat in flour until thoroughly incorporated.
Add water, a few drops at a time, only until dough starts to come away from side of bowl.
Wrap dough in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Lightly grease 4 cookie sheets.
On lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8" thickness.
Cut out various shapes using cookie cutters or homemade cardboard patterns, or freehand.
Reroll scraps and cut out.
Make small holes with wooden pick if planning to hang cookies.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until beginning to brown around edges. Remove cookies to wire rack to cool before decorating.
Beat egg whites in small bowl with electric mixer until foamy.
Slowly beat in the powdered sugar.
Continue to beat until thick and creamy.
Add just enough water to get a good spreading consistency. Tint with food coloring, if you wish.
Spread evenly over cookies. Decorate with glitter, sprinkles and cinnamon red hots, if desired.