Description
Fireball cookies bring festive holiday cheer with spicy whiskey-infused magic that dances on dessert plates. Cinnamon-kissed dough and warming spirits create an irresistible treat perfect for winter celebrations you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Liquor and Spice Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp fireball whiskey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Finishing and Coating Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring an even surface for consistent cookie placement.
- Cream the softened butter with white and brown sugars in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cookies.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract and Fireball whiskey into the butter mixture, stirring until the liquid is fully integrated and the batter develops a rich, aromatic consistency.
- Gradually fold in the flour, ground cinnamon, and salt, mixing until a cohesive dough forms without overmixing, which could make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the butter to solidify, making the cookies easier to shape.
- Roll the chilled dough into small, uniform balls, each approximately 1 inch in diameter, ensuring consistent baking and size.
- Combine the additional ground cinnamon and powdered sugar in a separate shallow dish for coating.
- Gently roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, completely covering the surface and creating a delicate, spiced exterior.
- Arrange the coated cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to prevent spreading during baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown and the cookies appear set but still slightly soft in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with additional powdered sugar for a final touch of sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Chill dough thoroughly for maximum flavor infusion and easier handling, preventing sticky texture during rolling.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent cookie texture without lumps.
- Experiment with whiskey substitutions like bourbon or rum for unique flavor variations that maintain the recipe’s spirit.
- Adjust cinnamon intensity by increasing or decreasing ground cinnamon to suit personal spice preferences without compromising cookie structure.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg