Pin 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 enjoy making these colorful boot-shaped cookies every year with my family; decorating them brings us all closer during the holidays.
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&ndash 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 10&ndash12 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 These cookies are always a hit at family gatherings and make holiday baking extra special.
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 Enjoy these delightful cookies as a charming addition to your holiday celebrations.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I prevent cookies from spreading too much?
Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling helps maintain cookie shape during baking.
- → Can I substitute vanilla extract with other flavors?
Yes, almond or orange zest can be used to add different flavor notes to the dough.
- → What is the best method to achieve vibrant icing colors?
Use gel food coloring for richer hues without altering the icing’s consistency.
- → How should these cookies be stored to keep freshness?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain texture and flavor.
- → Are there common allergens in the ingredients?
These contain wheat, egg, and dairy. Check decoration ingredients for any additional allergens.