St Patrick’s Day Cookies

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why make this recipe

St. Patrick’s Day Cookies are a fun and festive treat that everyone can enjoy. These delightful cookies are perfect for celebrating the holiday. They bring a cheerful touch to any party or gathering, and their colorful sprinkles and charming clover shape make them a hit with both kids and adults. Plus, baking together can be a joyful experience for families and friends.

how to make St Patrick’s Day Cookies

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup salted butter, room temperature
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon green gel food coloring
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4 cup rainbow nonpareil sprinkles

Directions

1. In a stand mixer bowl, beat the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract, mixing until combined.
2. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into two balls. Wrap one in plastic wrap and set aside. Fold green food coloring into the other ball until uniform, flatten it into a disk, wrap it, and chill for 3 hours.
4. Using a clover-shaped cutter, cut out clovers from the green dough, re-rolling as needed.
5. Whisk the egg white and water in a small bowl, then brush it over the clovers. Stack the clovers into a tower, wrap in plastic, and freeze for 30 minutes.
6. Break the other dough ball into pieces, roll them into ropes, and encase the chilled clovers completely. Brush with egg wash, roll in sprinkles, and freeze again for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice the log into 1/4-inch thick slices and bake on a lined baking sheet for 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool before transferring to a wire rack.

how to serve St Patrick’s Day Cookies

Serve these colorful cookies on a festive plate or tray. They look great alongside other St. Patrick’s Day treats, like green cupcakes or shamrock-shaped brownies. For extra fun, you could add some themed decorations, such as small leprechauns or gold coins.

how to store St Patrick’s Day Cookies

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you need to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Just make sure to separate layers with parchment paper to avoid sticking.

tips to make St Patrick’s Day Cookies

• Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
• Chilling the dough helps maintain its shape while baking, so don’t skip that step!
• Use colorful and festive sprinkles for an extra touch.
• If you don’t have a clover cutter, you can use any fun cookie cutter shape you have on hand.

variation

You can substitute green food coloring with natural green ingredients like matcha powder for a healthier option. Additionally, feel free to change up the shapes of the cookies for different occasions or holidays.

FAQs

Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use margarine, but the texture and flavor may be slightly different from using butter.

Can I add chocolate chips to the dough?
Absolutely! Chocolate chips will add a delicious twist to the cookies.

Is it necessary to use almond extract?
If you don’t have almond extract, you can omit it or replace it with additional vanilla extract for a different flavor profile.

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