It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means it’s the most wonderful time of the year for Christmas cookies! And, these festive treats are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party. If your family has an annual Christmas cookie contest, these cream cheese delights are likely to take home the winning prize. Packed with oodles of delicious favor and an adorable red and green sprinkle boarder, what’s not to love? Complete with butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar, these holiday cookies are a must-have. You won’t be able to resist sneaking even 3 or 4 extra cookies after the kids go to bed. Speaking of the youngsters, this is a great recipe to get them involved. It’s very easy to master, so the entire family can join in on the fun. However, no Southern treat would be complete without a pecan, and these decadent cookies have plenty. Don’t miss out on the goodness, and make these Cream Cheese Christmas Cookies as soon as you can.
How to Make It
Step 1
Cream together the butter and cream cheese. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
Step 2
Combine the flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture, beating until well blended. Stir in chopped pecans. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Step 3
On four sheets of parchment paper, shape dough into four 6 inch rolls, 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap each roll tightly in foil and refrigerate over night.
Step 4
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with foil. Remove rolls of dough from refrigerator one at a time. Coat each roll with red or green sugar crystals; cut dough into 1/4 inch slices.
Step 5
Place on prepared cookie sheets; top each cookie with a pecan half. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until bottom of cookie is lightly browned when lifted.
