Santa’s Little Helper
Santa’s Little Helper cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season, often enjoyed with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Santa’s Little Helper
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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Divide the dough into two equal parts.
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Add red food coloring to one part and green food coloring to the other part, mixing until the desired color is achieved.
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Wrap each dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Take a small amount of each colored dough and roll them into small balls.
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Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
