Twisted Christmas Cookies – Festive, Buttery & Beautifully Swirled
Twisted Christmas Cookies are delightful holiday treats that combine warm spices and a soft texture for a festive dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time; mix well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough into generous tablespoons and twist into shapes on the baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
Notes
- Make sure to not overmix the dough to keep the cookies soft.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.