Christmas Pastries: Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of water. Mix until the dough comes together.
5. Divide the dough in half and roll out each half onto a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
6. Using a 2 inch round cookie cutter, cut out the pastry dough and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
8. Spread raspberry jam evenly over the bottom of half of the pastry rounds.
9. Top with remaining pastry rounds.
10. In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk. Mix until smooth and drizzle over the top of the pastries. Add an extra tablespoon of milk if needed for a thinner consistency.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Verdict

These Christmas pastries are a delicious addition to any holiday dessert spread. The pastry dough is buttery and flaky, while the raspberry jam adds a sweet and tart flavor to the dish. The powdered sugar glaze is the perfect finishing touch. One batch of this recipe makes enough pastries to serve a crowd or to enjoy for several days during the holiday season.

Serving suggestions

Serve these Christmas pastries with a cup of hot cocoa, coffee, or tea for a cozy holiday treat. They can be enjoyed at breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.