Save Festive, whimsical cookies shaped like Christmas boots, perfect for holiday gatherings. These buttery vanilla cookies are decorated with colorful icing for a joyful touch.
I treasure making these boot-shaped cookies every holiday season as they bring joy and warmth to my family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Cookies: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch of salt
- Decorations: 150 g powdered sugar, 2&3 tbsp milk, Red, green, and white food coloring, Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract mix well.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disc wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
- Step 7:
- Use a boot-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 1012 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- For the icing mix powdered sugar with milk to form a thick spreadable glaze. Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 10:
- Decorate the cooled cookies with colored icing and sprinkles. Allow icing to set before serving.
Pin it Baking and decorating these cookies creates lovely family memories filled with laughter and festive cheer.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Rolling pin, Boot-shaped cookie cutter, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter, milk). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 1 g per serving
Pin it Enjoy these festive cookies fresh or gift them to friends to spread holiday joy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What makes these cookies festive?
The distinctive boot shape combined with colorful icing and sprinkles gives these cookies a whimsical holiday feel.
- → Can the flavor be customized?
Yes, you can substitute vanilla extract with almond or orange zest to create different flavor profiles.
- → How should the dough be handled before baking?
The dough should be chilled for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to roll out and cut precise shapes.
- → What is the ideal baking temperature and time?
Bake the cookies at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden.
- → How can I decorate the cookies effectively?
Prepare a thick glaze using powdered sugar and milk, tint it with food coloring, then spread or pipe it onto the cooled cookies before adding sprinkles.
- → How long do the decorated cookies stay fresh?
Store them in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.