Christmas Stars - Easier Version Recipe

Name: Christmas Stars - Easier Version
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening (or use 1 cup softened butter); ⅔ cup sugar; 2 eggs; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon almond flavoring; 2 ¾ cups flour; 1 ½ cups powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons milk; ½ teaspoon vanilla (or use the 1/4 tsp almond flavoring); food coloring (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening (or use 1 cup softened butter)
⅔ cup sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
2 ¾ cups flour
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla (or use the 1/4 tsp almond flavoring)
food coloring (optional)

1
Cream together the shortening and sugar.
2
Beat in the eggs, salt and flavorings.
3
Stir in the flour until smoothly blended.
4
Chill in the fridge for about an hour.
5
Roll out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
6
Cut with your favorite cookie cutters (stars are great for the traditional shape for Christmas).
7
Bake on an ungreased cookie sheets until lightly browned around the edges, about 8-10 minutes.
8
Let rest 5 minutes before removing to rack to cool completely.
9
Frosting: Mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla together thoroughly.
10
Divide and color each portion if desired.
11
Frost the cookies.

689

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening (or use 1 cup softened butter), ⅔ cup sugar, 2 eggs, ½ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Christmas Stars - Easier Version falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Christmas Stars - Easier Version

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