Holiday Cookies

Holiday Cookies
45 min.
24
184kcal
100%sweetness
15.46%saltiness
4.2%sourness
12.47%bitterness
13.69%savoriness
75.97%fattiness
0%spiciness

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These Holiday Cookies are the perfect treat to celebrate the season! With a festive cherry flavor and a delicate, crumbly texture, these cookies will be a hit at any holiday gathering. The addition of walnuts gives them a satisfying crunch and a boost of healthy fats, while the cherry gelatin adds a unique twist that sets them apart from traditional sugar cookies. Imagine biting into one of these cookies and experiencing the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, with a hint of nutty flavor. They are sure to impress your family and friends with their delightful flavor and charming holiday shapes.

Not only do these cookies taste amazing, but they are also a visual treat. The vibrant pink color from the cherry gelatin gives them a festive and fun appearance. You can get creative with different cookie cutter shapes, from classic circles and stars to more whimsical designs like snowflakes and Christmas trees. These cookies are a blank canvas for you to express your creativity and add your own personal touch.

Whether you're baking for a holiday party or simply looking for a fun activity to do with your family, these Holiday Cookies are a delightful choice. They are easy to make and can be customized with different colors and shapes to suit any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create some delicious memories with these festive treats!

Ingredients

  • cups flour sifted
  • cup walnuts whole fine
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter 
  •  eggs 
  • tsp vanilla 
  • 1.4 oz cherry gelatin 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • blender
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. In a large bowl combine the butter and sugar and mix until smooth.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla and continue to mix on low.
  3. Combine the baking powder with the flour and add slowly, while the mixer is on low, to the butter mixture.
  4. Add the finely chopped walnuts and the package of cherry gelatin to the batter.
  5. Form the dough into a disc and roll out to a quarter inch thickness. Using cookie cutters form into your favorite holiday shapes.
  6. Place cookies on parchment paper and bake 10 to 12 minutes or until slightly golden on edges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories184kcal
Protein6.43%
Fat45.5%
Carbs48.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.8
Glycemic Load
14.56
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.9682608695652%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
15.46%
Sourness:
4.2%
Bitterness:
12.47%
Savoriness:
13.69%
Fattiness:
75.97%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.85kcal
9.19%
Fat:9.46g
14.55%
Saturated Fat:4.08g
25.53%
Carbohydrates:22.49g
7.5%
Net Carbohydrates:21.74g
7.91%
Sugar:9.95g
11.05%
Cholesterol:28.89mg
9.63%
Sodium:79.35mg
3.45%
Protein:3.01g
6.01%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.75%
Selenium:6.89µg
9.85%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.41%
Folate:35.36µg
8.84%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.24%
Iron:0.96mg
5.33%
Copper:0.11mg
5.27%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.92%
Phosphorus:49.25mg
4.92%
Vitamin A:198.05IU
3.96%
Fiber:0.75g
3%
Magnesium:11.83mg
2.96%
Calcium:22.29mg
2.23%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.1%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.64%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.61%
Potassium:45.56mg
1.3%
Source:Foodista