Lucky Leaves Recipe

Name: Lucky Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or margarine; 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar; 2 eggs, well beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 cup cold strong brewed coffee; Red hot cinnamon candies; Green maraschino cherries, cut into strips

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup cold strong brewed coffee
Red hot cinnamon candies
Green maraschino cherries, cut into strips

1
Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating well. Beat in eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
2
Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cloves 4 times. Stir into creamed mixture alternately with coffee, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Cover and chill overnight.
3
Divide dough into fourths. Work with one portion of dough at a time, keeping remaining dough chilled until ready to use. Roll to 1/3-inch thickness on a heavily floured surface. Cut with a clover leaf cutter.
4
Place 1 inch apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Place 3 cinnamon candies in center of each cookie; place a cherry strip in center as a stem. Bake at 450u00b0 for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets, and cool on wire racks. Repeat procedure with remaining dough.

1026

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar, 2 eggs, well beaten, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Lucky Leaves 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lucky Leaves

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