Wreath Cookies Recipe

Looking for a fun and festive dessert to serve at your next holiday gathering? These adorable wreath cookies are a perfect addition to any Christmas spread. Not only are they delicious, but they also make a beautiful centerpiece for your dessert table. Whether you're hosting a cookie exchange, a family gathering, or simply want to indulge in some holiday baking, these wreath cookies are a must-try recipe.

Made with a buttery and melt-in-your-mouth shortbread base, these wreath cookies...

1 cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
2 egg yolks
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 egg whites
1 ½ cups finely chopped walnuts
½ cup raspberry jam

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Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 16 mins
Additional Time: 1 hr 29 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs
Servings: 24
Yield: 2 dozen

In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time. gradually mix in the flour. Cover dough and chill until firm, about 2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Roll dough into balls a little smaller than walnuts. Dip the balls in egg white, then roll them in the chopped walnuts. Place cookies 1 inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Press thumb into middle of each ball to create a divot.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Remove from oven and repress divots, fill the divots with 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam. Remove cookies to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition

188 cal.

Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 37mg
Sodium: 61mg
Total Carbohydrate: 17g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 7g
Protein: 3g
Vitamin C: 0mg
Calcium: 16mg
Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 56mg

How to Make Wreath Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

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Nutrition

188 cal.

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