Description
Delightful wreath-shaped cookies that are rich, buttery, and perfect for any holiday celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 Egg Yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add the egg yolks one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheets in a circular wreath shape, leaving enough space between cookies.
- Bake for about 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Frost with simple buttercream or royal icing, and decorate as desired.
- Enjoy your delightful creations with friends and family!
Notes
For additional flavor, consider using almond extract or substituting brown sugar for granulated sugar. Gluten-free options are also available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cookies, butter cookies, holiday, festive, easy baking