Easy Santa Cookies

Health score
3%
Easy Santa Cookies

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these delightful Easy Santa Cookies! Perfect for festive gatherings, these charming treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously sweet indulgence. With a soft and buttery base, each cookie is adorned with a whimsical Santa design that will bring smiles to both kids and adults alike.

Imagine the joy of baking these cookies with your loved ones, filling your kitchen with the warm aroma of freshly baked goods. The combination of rich vanilla frosting, vibrant red sugar, and fluffy coconut creates a delightful contrast that captures the spirit of the season. Plus, the simple preparation makes it easy for bakers of all skill levels to join in on the fun!

Whether you're hosting a holiday party, participating in a cookie exchange, or simply looking to create some festive memories, these Easy Santa Cookies are sure to be a hit. With each bite, you'll experience a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making them an irresistible dessert that everyone will love. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the holiday baking begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup vanilla frosting (16 oz)
  • tablespoons sugar red
  • 18  marshmallows miniature
  • 36  semi chocolate chips 
  • 18  cinnamon candies red
  • 0.8 cup coconut or shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Beat butter, granulated sugar and lemon peel in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in egg and milk. Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  2. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 3 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet. Press bottom of drinking glass on each until about 1/4 inch and 3 inches in diameter.
  3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. Spread frosting on cookie (frost and decorate each cookie before starting another).
  5. Sprinkle red sugar over top third of cookie for hat. Press on miniature marshmallow for tassel. Press 2 currants for eyes and 1 cinnamon candy for nose into center third of cookie.
  6. Sprinkle coconut over bottom third for beard.

Nutrition Facts

Calories545kcal
Protein3.95%
Fat49.56%
Carbs46.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.48
Glycemic Load
20.94
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.628260752429%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:544.71kcal
27.24%
Fat:30.15g
46.38%
Saturated Fat:14.88g
93.02%
Carbohydrates:63.63g
21.21%
Net Carbohydrates:58.46g
21.26%
Sugar:42.99g
47.77%
Cholesterol:12.65mg
4.22%
Sodium:212.46mg
9.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:48.16mg
16.05%
Protein:5.41g
10.81%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.41%
Copper:0.74mg
36.85%
Magnesium:103.58mg
25.9%
Iron:4.36mg
24.23%
Fiber:5.17g
20.67%
Phosphorus:179.54mg
17.95%
Selenium:10.64µg
15.19%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.11%
Potassium:357.57mg
10.22%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.87%
Folate:28.52µg
7.13%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.7%
Calcium:56.36mg
5.64%
Vitamin K:5.72µg
5.45%
Vitamin A:269.51IU
5.39%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.07%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.95%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.3%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.65%