Twisted Christmas Cookies with Almond & Citrus Icing
Twisted Christmas Cookies with Almond & Citrus Icing are a festive delight that combines sweet and zesty flavors in every bite. With their charming twists and vibrant icing, these cookies are easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings. Bake a batch to share or enjoy them at home for a cozy treat that captures the spirit of the season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp almond extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
- 2 tbsp citrus juice (lemon or orange for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, almond extract, and citrus zest, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before icing by mixing powdered sugar with milk and citrus juice until smooth; drizzle over cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg