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Description
Discover a collection of festive and easy-to-make Christmas finger foods perfect for your holiday gatherings. These bite-sized appetizers are designed for quick entertaining and creating a cozy, festive atmosphere.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Red and green decorating sugar
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If using, stir in the chopped nuts.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your thumb.
- Sprinkle with red and green decorating sugar.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can reduce the sugar slightly and add cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor.
- These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Consider adding a simple glaze or a touch of cream cheese frosting for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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