Celebrate the holiday season with these delightful Christmas Star Cookies, a traditional treat filled with either a rich spread or jam. These cookies are not only delicious but also make for a visually appealing addition to your festive table. The combination of buttery shortbread and sweet filling makes them irresistible to both children and adults alike.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- Festive Shapes: Star-shaped cookies add a touch of holiday magic.
- Versatile Filling: Choose between a spread or jam for a personalized touch.
- Buttery and Sweet: A perfect balance of flavors.
- Ideal for Gifting: Great for sharing with friends and family during the holiday season.
Ingredients:
- Softened Butter: 100g
- Sugar: 90g
- Vanilla Sugar: 1 packet
- Egg: 1
- Flour: 250g
- Liquid Vanilla: 1 tsp
- Spread or Jam
Instructions:
- Cream the softened butter with sugar.
- Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
- Stir in liquid vanilla, then gradually incorporate the flour to form a non-sticky dough.
- Wrap the dough in cling film and chill for 40 minutes.
- Roll out the dough and use a star-shaped cutter to cut out large stars. Cut smaller stars within half of the large ones.
- Sprinkle with vanilla sugar and bake at 180°C (356°F) for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool, then spread a layer of your chosen filling on the solid stars and sandwich them with the cut-out stars.
Enjoy these Christmas Star Cookies as a sweet and festive treat, perfect for a cozy evening or as part of your holiday spread! 🎄✨
