Amish Christmas Cookies Recipe

Experience the magic of Amish Christmas with these irresistible cookies! A delightful twist on a classic recipe, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season. Simple to make, yet bursting with warm spices and rich molasses flavor, these cookies will become a new family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 189.1 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Amish Christmas Cookies

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How to Make Amish Christmas Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1/2 cup molasses and 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  8. Place cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Amish Christmas Cookies?

Amish Christmas Cookies takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Amish Christmas Cookies?

Amish Christmas Cookies has approximately 189.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Amish Christmas Cookies?

The key ingredients for Amish Christmas Cookies are Butter, Brown Sugar, Light Molasses, Egg, Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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