The Butternut Cookie: A Legendary Holiday Treat
Calling all cookie enthusiasts and Christmas cheer mongers! Look no further than the Butternut Cookie, a recipe that has become a legend in my kitchen. This melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece is guaranteed to be your new holiday favorite, and with good reason!
Why You'll Love These Cookies:
- Family Favorite: These cookies have been a cherished tradition for years, and are now the most requested Christmas treat by family and friends.
- Simple Perfection: Don't be fooled by the incredible flavor – this recipe is surprisingly easy to make. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch in no time.
- Packed with Flavor: The combination of rich butterscotch chips, crunchy pecans, and a touch of rum glaze creates a symphony of textures and taste sensations in every bite.
- The Perfect Holiday Treat: These cookies are festive, delicious, and perfect for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season.
Ingredients:
- For the Buttery Base:
- ¾ cups unsalted butter, softened to room temperature + 1 tablespoon
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- For the Flavorful Mix-Ins:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (6-ounce) package butterscotch chips
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- For the Optional Rum Glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 to 4 tablespoons milk or water
- 1 teaspoon rum extract
- For the Finishing Touch:
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Creaming for Perfection: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt until light and fluffy. This will take a few minutes with an electric mixer.
- Bringing in the Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Flavor Explosion: Fold in the butterscotch chips and chopped pecans with a rubber spatula. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shaping the Stars: Using a scant teaspoon of dough for each cookie, roll the dough into balls. Place the balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving about an inch of space between them.
- Baking to Golden Perfection: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius). Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm but not browned.
- Cooling and Resting: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating or glazing.
- Rum Glaze Magic (Optional): In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, rum extract, and milk or water until you have a smooth glaze. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Glazing for Shine (Optional): There are two ways to glaze your cookies. You can either dip the tops of the cooled cookies directly into the glaze, or spoon the glaze over the cookies.
- The Pecan Touch: Regardless of how you glaze your cookies, sprinkle them with chopped pecans for an extra festive touch. Allow the glaze to set completely before storing or serving.
Tips:
- For chewier cookies, bake for a minute or two less.
- The dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before shaping and baking.
- Leftover cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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