Spiced Christmas Cookies

Spiced Christmas cookies are a delightful treat that embodies the warm and cozy flavors of the festive season.

Prep time 1 hour, plus cooling time

Bake time 10 mins 

Makes 2 big ones and 25 small ones

Ingredients

420g plain flour 

130g caster sugar 

250g unsalted butter, at room temperature 

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 

Pinch of salt

To finish

Ready to roll fondant

Or

Royal icing

Food colouring of your choice

Sprinkles

Equipment:

Tala Large Christmas Tree Cutter

Tala Originals Family Cutter Set 

Tala Icing Bag Set with 8 Nozzles 

Tala Large Snowflake Cookie Cutter

Method 

1. In a large mixing bowl beat together the butter and sugar until fluffy. 
2. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, the salt and the spices.
3. Fold in the flour and mix until you make a smooth dough.
4. Wrap the dough in clingfilm and refrigerate for at least 30 mins.
5. Roll out the cookie dough on a lightly floured surface to 0.7mm thick.
6. Using the Christmas cookie cutters cut out your cookies.
7. Place the cookies onto 2 large baking trays, lined with greaseproof baking paper, leaving some space between them.
8. Bake in a preheated oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6 for about 10 mins.

9. Transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool down completely.
10. Decorate the cookies using fondant or royal icing or both and sprinkles.
11. Let dry completely before serving. 
12. Enjoy!