Description
Flavorful Gluten Free Stained Glass Christmas Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines festive colors and rich flavors. With their stunning stained glass effect made from crushed hard candies, these cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a joy to eat. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, they add a whimsical touch to any holiday gathering, making them a must-have in your seasonal baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup colorful hard candies (e.g., Jolly Ranchers), crushed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut out desired shapes using cookie cutters.
- Cut smaller shapes in the center of each cookie and fill with crushed candy before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg