Christmas Melting Moments Butter Cookies Recipe
Introduction
Christmas Melting Moments are delicate butter cookies that melt in your mouth with every bite. These tender treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Step 3: Add vanilla extract and mix well to combine.
- Step 4: Sift the flour and cornstarch together, then gradually fold into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Step 5: Shape the dough into small round balls and place them on the prepared tray, leaving space between each cookie.
- Step 6: Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your palm.
- Step 7: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are just set but not browned.
- Step 8: Allow cookies to cool completely on the tray before transferring to a wire rack or serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Try sandwiching the cookies with jam or cream for a festive twist.
- Make sure not to overbake; these cookies should remain pale and tender.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months and thaw before serving. Reheat gently in a warm oven if you prefer them soft and fresh.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, but reduce or skip any added salt in the recipe to avoid an overly salty cookie.
Why do these cookies melt in my mouth?
The combination of cornstarch and soft butter creates a delicate, tender texture that gently dissolves as you eat.
PrintChristmas Melting Moments Butter Cookies Recipe
Christmas Melting Moments Butter Cookies are delicate, buttery treats that melt in your mouth with each bite. These classic Australian cookies feature a soft, crumbly texture created by a simple dough of butter, powdered sugar, flour, cornstarch, and vanilla. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these cookies can be enjoyed plain or sandwiched with your favorite jam or cream filling for an extra festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 250g unsalted butter, softened
- 100g powdered sugar
- 180g plain flour (all-purpose flour)
- 60g cornstarch (cornflour)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until pale and fluffy using an electric mixer or wooden spoon for about 3-5 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Combine dry ingredients: Sift the plain flour and cornstarch together into the butter mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until a soft dough forms. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into small balls, approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter. Place them spaced evenly on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Flatten each ball slightly with the base of a glass or your fingers to about 1 cm thickness.
- Bake the cookies: Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) fan forced or 180°C (356°F) conventional. Bake the cookies for 15–18 minutes or until the edges are set but the cookies remain very pale—avoid browning for the best melting texture.
- Cool and serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring them carefully to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will firm up slightly as they cool but remain soft and crumbly.
Notes
- For a classic melting moments twist, sandwich two cookies together with passionfruit or raspberry jam.
- Make sure the butter is soft but not melted for best dough texture.
- Do not overbake; cookies should remain pale to achieve the characteristic melt-in-your-mouth effect.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Keywords: Christmas cookies, butter cookies, melting moments, holiday baking, Australian dessert
