Description
Twisted Christmas Cookies with Almond & Citrus Icing are a delightful holiday treat that combines the warm flavors of almond and zesty citrus in every bite. These soft, spiced cookies are beautifully adorned with a glossy icing, making them not only delicious but also visually stunning for festive gatherings. Perfect for gift-giving or cozy nights in, these cookies will surely add joy to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 3 tbsp milk or cream (for icing)
- ½ tsp almond extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar while mixing until light and airy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by almond extract and orange zest until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; scoop dough onto prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar with milk and almond extract until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling out to maintain shape. Customize with different nuts or citrus zest; consider adding sprinkles for a festive touch.