Save to Pinterest Delicate, buttery Christmas cookies shaped like angels, perfect for holiday celebrations and gifting.
These biscuits bring back warm memories of festive family gatherings each year filled with joy and sweetness.
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift in the flour and salt then mix gently until a smooth dough forms.
- Chill Dough:
- Shape the dough into a disk wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface roll out the chilled dough to about 5 mm thickness.
- Cut Shapes:
- Using angel-shaped cookie cutters cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8 10 minutes or until the edges are just golden Remove from oven and let cool completely on racks.
- Decorate:
- Once cooled decorate with royal icing and sprinkles pearls or edible glitter as desired Allow icing to set before serving or storing.
Save to Pinterest Our family tradition includes decorating these biscuits together while sharing stories and laughter during the holiday season.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer or whisk Rolling pin Angel-shaped cookie cutters Baking sheets Parchment paper Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) egg and dairy (butter) Decorations may contain additional allergens check labels carefully
Nutritional Information
Calories 70 Total Fat 3.5 g Carbohydrates 9 g Protein 1 g per biscuit
Save to Pinterest These angel biscuits add a charming and delicious touch to your holiday table and are sure to be a crowd favorite.
Questions & Answers
- → How can I achieve the perfect biscuit texture?
Ensure the butter is softened for easy creaming with sugar, then avoid overmixing once the flour is added. Chilling the dough helps maintain the shape and gives a tender crumb.
- → What decorations work best for these biscuits?
Royal icing provides a smooth, glossy finish. Adding edible pearls, sprinkles, or glitter enhances the festive appearance beautifully.
- → Can I add flavor variations to the dough?
Yes, finely grated lemon or orange zest adds a fresh citrus twist complementing the vanilla and butter.
- → What is the recommended baking time and temperature?
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 8–10 minutes until edges turn golden, ensuring the centers remain tender.
- → How should I store these biscuits to keep them fresh?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to preserve moisture and flavor.
- → Are these biscuits suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, they contain no meat products and use vegetarian-friendly ingredients like butter and eggs.