Wishing Cookies Recipe

Name: Wishing Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon water
1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, molasses, water and orange zest; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into stars or desired shapes and place on ungreased
3
. Bake 6-8 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
4
For icing, combine sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a drizzling consistency. Ice cookies as desired.

1032

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1-1/2 cups sugar, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons molasses, and more.

Yes, Wishing Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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