Festive Hanukkah Twisted Cookies (Print View)
Buttery twisted cookies blend holiday traditions with vibrant colors, ideal for festive sharing and joyful gatherings.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Coloring
08 - Blue gel food coloring
09 - Red gel food coloring
10 - Green gel food coloring
→ Decoration
11 - Sprinkles (blue, silver, red, green, gold) (optional)
12 - Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
# Method:
01 - Combine softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
02 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, blending until fully combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix with the mixer on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
05 - Equally divide the dough into three portions. Tint one with blue gel food coloring, the second with red, and the third with green by kneading until the color is uniformly distributed.
06 - Wrap each colored dough portion with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
07 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
08 - Break off pieces of each colored dough, measuring about 1 tablespoon per portion. Roll into ropes approximately 5 inches long. Twist two ropes of different colors together and gently pinch the ends sealed. Arrange on the prepared baking sheets, repeating with remaining dough.
09 - Optionally, sprinkle shaped cookies with festive sprinkles before baking.
10 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are just turning golden.
11 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fun holiday colors in every bite
- Perfect for sharing with family and friends
02 -
- Cookies keep fresh in an airtight container for up to 1 week
- Adding almond extract gives a subtle nutty flavor
03 -
- Chill the dough thoroughly for cleaner twists
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant hues with less moisture