Church Window Cookies Recipe

Church Window Cookies, also known as Christmas Stained Glass Cookies, are a festive and delicious treat that is perfect for the holiday season. These cookies are not only beautiful to look at, but they also taste amazing, making them a hit at any holiday gathering or cookie exchange. The name "church window" comes from the colorful candy pieces that resemble stained glass windows in a church, creating a stunning effect within the cookie.

These cookies are a popular choice for the holi...

These cookies are a popular choice for the holidays because they are easy to make and require minimal ingredients. They are also a great way to get the kids involved in the kitchen, as they will love arranging the candy pieces on top of the cookie dough to create the stained glass effect. Plus, the end result is so visually stunning that they make a beautiful addition to any cookie platter.

One of the best things about Church Window Cookies is that they can be customized to fit any holiday or occasion. While the traditional recipe calls for colorful candy pieces like M&M's or Skittles, you can switch it up to match the colors of any holiday. For example, you can use red and green candy pieces for Christmas, pastel colors for Easter, or even red, white, and blue for the 4th of July.

This recipe is also a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions, as it can easily be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend. Additionally, if you want to cut down on the sugar, you can opt for sugar-free candy pieces. No matter how you choose to customize your Church Window Cookies, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

So whether you are looking for a fun and festive cookie recipe to make with the family, or you want to impress your friends and family with a beautiful and delicious treat, Church Window Cookies are the perfect choice. With their stunning appearance and delicious taste, they are sure to become a staple in your holiday baking rotation. So gather your ingredients and get ready to wow everyone with these beautiful and tasty cookies!

Ingredients

½ cup butter
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 (10 ounce) package rainbow colored miniature marshmallows
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
parchment paper

Information

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Additional Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
Servings: 48
Yield: 48 cookies

Place butter in a 2 ½ quart glass or metal bowl. Place the bowl over a 3-quart saucepan of gently boiling water (upper bowl should not touch water). Cook over the simmering water until butter is melted.

Add chocolate chips; stir until melted, then remove from heat. Let cool 10 minutes at room temperature, stirring occasionally.

Add marshmallows to melted chocolate; gently stir to coat.

Place two 15x18-inch pieces of parchment paper on work surface. Place half of the chocolate-marshmallow mixture onto the middle of each piece of parchment.

Shape each chocolate-marshmallow mixture into a 12-inch long log using a rubber spatula.

Wrap logs tightly in the parchment and transfer to refrigerator; chill logs for 30 minutes.

Place two new 15x18-inch pieces of parchment paper on work surface and sprinkle each with 1 cup flaked coconut.

Carefully transfer chilled logs (they will still be soft) to the new pieces of parchment with coconut.

Roll logs in coconut and gently press to fully cover outside and sides.

Wrap coated logs tightly in the new parchment paper and chill until firm, at least 4 hours up to overnight.

When well chilled, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices.

Nutrition

87 cal.

Total Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 31mg
Total Carbohydrate: 11g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 9g
Protein: 1g
Vitamin C: 0mg
Calcium: 3mg
Iron: 0mg
Potassium: 40mg

How to Make Church Window Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

87 cal.

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