Leaf Cookies

Dairy Free
Leaf Cookies
95 min.
48
83kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Leaf Cookies, a charming dessert that brings a splash of color and creativity to your baking repertoire! Perfect for any occasion, these dairy-free treats are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. With a preparation time of just 95 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 48 cookies that are sure to impress family and friends.

What sets these cookies apart is their vibrant marbled appearance, achieved by blending three distinct colors of dough—yellow, orange, and brown. Each bite offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making them a hit at parties, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to be fun and engaging. The process of mixing colors and cutting out leaf shapes allows for a creative outlet, making it a perfect activity to share with kids or friends. Plus, with only 83 calories per cookie, you can enjoy these delightful morsels without the guilt!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of Leaf Cookies that not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table. Your guests will be enchanted by their beauty and flavor, making them a memorable addition to your dessert lineup!

Ingredients

  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup shortening 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • serving food coloring yellow
  • serving food coloring red
  • serving drop natural food coloring green

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Stir together sugar, butter and shortening in large bowl. Stir in vanilla and eggs. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt.
  2. Divide dough into 3 equal parts. Stir 8 drops yellow food color into 1 part dough to make yellow dough. Stir 8 drops yellow and 3 drops red food color into another part dough to make orange dough. Stir 10 drops red, 8 drops green and 3 drops yellow food color into remaining dough to make brown dough.
  3. Drop small portions of each of the 3 colors of dough close together in random pattern onto lightly floured cloth-covered surface.
  4. Roll doughs together into marbled pattern to 1/8-inch thickness.
  5. Cut with 2 1/2- to 3-inch leaf-shaped cookie cutter.
  6. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  7. Bake 6 to 7 minutes or until no indentation remains when touched in center.
  8. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein5.07%
Fat46.32%
Carbs48.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.02
Glycemic Load
7.22
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.4508695418582%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.34kcal
4.17%
Fat:4.3g
6.62%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.24%
Carbohydrates:10.16g
3.39%
Net Carbohydrates:9.95g
3.62%
Sugar:4.2g
4.67%
Cholesterol:6.82mg
2.27%
Sodium:60.82mg
2.64%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.29%
100%
Protein:1.06g
2.12%
Selenium:3.24µg
4.62%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.18%
Folate:15.18µg
3.8%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.87%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.72%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.32%
Iron:0.4mg
2.21%
Vitamin A:94.48IU
1.89%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.52%
Phosphorus:12.62mg
1.26%
Vitamin K:1.16µg
1.11%