Nothing tells me more that Christmas is knocking on my door than the smell of Cinnamon Cookies, baking in the oven. Here is a yummy Christmassy treat to get you into the Yuletide Spirit.
Method
-
Beat butter and sugar together until pale and creamy.
-
Add egg yolk and vanilla and beat until smooth.
-
Stir flour into mixture until well combined.
-
Divide mixture in half, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
-
Roll out one piece at a time to 3 mm thick.
-
Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and arrange on baking trays.
-
Combine extra sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle lightly over biscuits.
-
Bake at 180 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
-
Cool on wire racks.
-
Cinnamon Cookies can be frozen in dough form. Roll into a log and wrap in baking paper. Freeze for up to two months.
-
Really good to serve to people who haven't quite got the Christmas spirit yet.
