Ah, the holidays—a time for joy, laughter, and, of course, cookies! Let’s talk about the delightful Moravian Christmas Cookies. If you’ve never had the pleasure of biting into one of these scrumptious treats, you’re in for a holiday miracle! The thin, crispy, and all-around amazing cookies are perfect for sharing, or for not sharing if you just can’t bear to part with them. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and bake some magic!
Moravian Christmas Cookies
These cookies are so thin you might think they’ve been on a diet! But don’t let their size fool you; the flavor packs a punch that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy! Let’s get started with the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get that magic happening! Grab your favorite baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. Bonus points if your baking sheet is festive!
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this concoction aside while you make the cookie magic.
- In another bowl, cream the sugar and softened butter until it’s lighter than your moods after a Christmas party. Smooth and fluffy is the name of the game!
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat it like it owes you rent until fully combined.
- Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Grab a spatula to mix and ensure you get every last bit of flour. No cookie left behind!
- Stir in the nutmeg and cinnamon. Now, it’s starting to smell like Christmas in here!
- Roll out the dough as thin as possible. Trust me, the thinner, the better! Use cookie cutters to cut into festive shapes—trees, stars, or whatever floats your holiday boat!
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, giving them enough space to stretch out. They’re going to be fabulous!
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden. Just don’t take a shower while waiting, or you might end up with crispy treats instead!
- Let them cool, then dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving. Because, let’s be honest, everything looks better with a sprinkle of snow.
Now, gather your friends and family and prepare for an avalanche of compliments! These Moravian Christmas Cookies are sure to be the star of your holiday gathering!