What ingredients create the biscuit's delicate texture?

Softened butter and powdered sugar are creamed together, creating a light, tender dough that results in a delicate texture after baking.

How does chilling the dough affect the final biscuits?

Chilling firms the dough, making it easier to roll out and cut clean shapes while enhancing the biscuits' crispness during baking.

Yes, adding finely grated lemon or orange zest to the dough introduces a refreshing citrus note, complementing the buttery flavor.

Royal icing provides a smooth glaze, while edible gold or silver pearls, sprinkles, and glitter add sparkling, festive accents.

Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep them crisp and flavorful.

Delicate, buttery Christmas cookies shaped like angels, perfect for holiday celebrations and gifting.

This recipe brings back warm memories of joyful holiday baking with family and friends.

Dough: 250 g all-purpose flour, 125 g unsalted butter softened, 100 g powdered sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1 pinch salt
Decoration: 100 g royal icing or icing sugar (for glazing), Edible gold or silver pearls (optional), Colored sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)

Step 1:: In a large bowl cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 2:: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 3:: Sift in the flour and salt then mix gently until a smooth dough forms.
Step 4:: Shape the dough into a disk wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 5:: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 6:: On a lightly floured surface roll out the chilled dough to about 5 mm thickness.
Step 7:: Using angel-shaped cookie cutters cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 8:: Bake for 8 10 minutes or until the edges are just golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely on racks.
Step 9:: Once cooled decorate with royal icing and sprinkles pearls or edible glitter as desired. Allow icing to set before serving or storing.

These cookies bring families together sharing sweet moments during the festive season.

Mixing bowls Electric mixer or whisk Rolling pin Angel-shaped cookie cutters Baking sheets Parchment paper Cooling rack

Contains wheat (gluten) egg and dairy (butter). Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully.

Per biscuit Calories 70 Total Fat 3.5 g Carbohydrates 9 g Protein 1 g

These angel biscuits make a festive treat that’s as delightful to give as to eat.

→ What ingredients create the biscuit's delicate texture?: Softened butter and powdered sugar are creamed together, creating a light, tender dough that results in a delicate texture after baking.
→ How does chilling the dough affect the final biscuits?: Chilling firms the dough, making it easier to roll out and cut clean shapes while enhancing the biscuits' crispness during baking.
→ Can I add flavor variations to these biscuits?: Yes, adding finely grated lemon or orange zest to the dough introduces a refreshing citrus note, complementing the buttery flavor.
→ What decoration options enhance the festive look?: Royal icing provides a smooth glaze, while edible gold or silver pearls, sprinkles, and glitter add sparkling, festive accents.
→ How should these biscuits be stored to maintain freshness?: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep them crisp and flavorful.