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Vanilla Ginger Wreath Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 32 mins
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Vanilla Ginger Wreath Cookies are a delightful holiday treat with a perfect blend of vanilla, ginger, and spices. The festive wreath shape makes them a fun addition to any cookie platter.


Ingredients

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Cookie Dough:

  • 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

Vanilla Glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 12 tablespoons water (as needed for thinning)

Decorations:

    • Sugared rosemary (see candied rosemary instructions below)
    • Assorted candies (optional)

Candied Rosemary:

    • Rosemary sprigs
    • Granulated sugar (enough to coat rosemary)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cookie Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugars, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Add flour, salt, and spices. Mix until dough forms.
  2. Shape Cookies: Roll dough into ropes, twist into wreaths, and place on a baking sheet. Bake until lightly golden.
  3. Make Vanilla Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
  4. Decorate Cookies: Garnish with sugared rosemary and candies. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize the decorations with your favorite festive toppings.
  • These cookies make a great edible gift during the holiday season.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg