Clock Cookies for New Year’s Celebrations

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Elegant Clock Cookies for New Year’s Celebrations

Searching for a show-stopping dessert to ring in the New Year? These celebratory clock cookies are your answer. Perfectly decorated cookies that resemble clocks showing 11:59 create a delightful centerpiece for any New Year’s Eve gathering. With a stunning metallic icing finish, these cookies will impress your guests and add a touch of whimsy to your celebration.

As you prepare for the countdown, these sugar cookies not only taste fantastic but also serve as a fun conversation starter. The special midnight cookie at the center draws everyone’s attention, making it a sweet focal point for your festive table.

Delicious and Decorative New Year’s Cookies

These sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, adorned with intricate clock designs. The metallic icing gives them a sophisticated look, while the festive theme makes them ideal for New Year’s desserts.

Each bite is a delightful combination of sugar and elegance, promising to be a hit at your holiday parties.

Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Metallic icing (gold or silver) for decoration
  • Black or chocolate icing for clock details
  • Sprinkles (optional) for additional decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Divide the dough in half, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Roll and Cut Cookies: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
  7. Decorate: Once cooled, use metallic icing to cover the cookies. Use black icing to create clock details like the hands and numbers. Place the special midnight cookie in the center surrounded by the clock cookies.
  8. Final Touch: Optionally, sprinkle some edible glitter or silver sprinkles on top for added elegance.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 24 cookies
  • Calories: 150kcal
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g