Save Festive, whimsical cookies shaped like Christmas boots, perfect for holiday gatherings. These buttery vanilla cookies are decorated with colorful icing for a joyful touch.
I enjoy making these cookies each holiday season because they bring a joyful touch to our family gatherings and everyone loves decorating them.
Ingredients
- Cookies: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter, softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 pinch of salt
- Decorations: 150 g powdered sugar, 2–3 tbsp milk, Red, green, and white food coloring, Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract's mix well.
- Step 3:
- Sift in the flour and salt, then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 6:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
- Step 7:
- Use a boot-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- For the icing, mix powdered sugar with milk to form a thick, spreadable glaze. Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Step 10:
- Decorate the cooled cookies with colored icing and sprinkles. Allow icing to set before serving.
Save This recipe has created warm memories every holiday as we gather around the kitchen decorating our boots with icing and sprinkles.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Rolling pin, Boot-shaped cookie cutter, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter, milk). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110, Total Fat 5 g, Carbohydrates 15 g, Protein 1 g per serving
Save Enjoy these delightful cookies as a festive treat that everyone will love. Perfect for gifting or sharing at holiday parties.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I achieve the best texture for these boot-shaped cookies?
Ensure butter and sugar are creamed until light and fluffy before adding other ingredients. Chill the dough well to prevent spreading and bake until edges are lightly golden for a tender yet crisp texture.
- → Can I use alternative flavorings instead of vanilla?
Yes, almond or orange zest can be used to impart a different but complementary flavor to the buttery dough.
- → What is the best way to decorate these cookies?
Create a spreadable glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk. Tint with food coloring and use piping or spreading tools to add colorful icing and sprinkles once cookies are completely cooled.
- → How should I store the decorated cookies to keep them fresh?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain texture and flavor for up to one week.
- → Are these cookies suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, they contain no meat products and use common vegetarian-friendly ingredients such as butter, eggs, and flour.