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Irresistible New Years Clock Cookies Easy Festive Recipe for Parties

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These New Year’s clock cookies feature a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a hint of vanilla, decorated with royal icing and edible glitter for a festive touch. Perfect for parties and celebrations, they combine fun design with delicious flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Royal icing ingredients: 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons meringue powder, 5-6 tablespoons water
  • Food coloring: black or dark brown gel (for clock hands and numbers), optional gold or silver edible glitter

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  2. Beat in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon almond extract until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness. Use a clock-shaped cookie cutter or a round cutter to cut out cookies. Transfer to baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are just beginning to turn golden. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Prepare royal icing by combining 3 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons meringue powder, and 5-6 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Mix until smooth, then divide into portions for coloring if desired.
  9. Use piping bags fitted with fine tips to outline the clock face with white icing. Once dry, pipe numbers and clock hands with black or dark brown icing. Add edible glitter or sprinkles for festive shimmer. Allow icing to set for several hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Chill dough for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading and maintain shape. Use thickness guide rings on rolling pin for even dough thickness. Let royal icing dry fully to avoid smudging. Dough can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for 1 month. For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and chill dough longer. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter or coconut oil. Practice piping on parchment paper for clean lines.

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Keywords: New Year's cookies, clock cookies, festive cookies, holiday baking, royal icing cookies, party cookies, vanilla cookies, almond extract cookies

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