Delightful Cream Cheese Roll-Out Cookies
These Delightful Cream Cheese Roll-Out Cookies are a beloved treat that combines the rich, velvety texture of cream cheese with the buttery goodness of margarine. Perfectly soft and easy to roll, these cookies are an ideal canvas for festive shapes and vibrant decorations, making them a staple for holiday celebrations. While we particularly enjoy baking them for Christmas, their versatility makes them suitable for Easter and Halloween as well. Whether you choose to ice them with colorful frosting or simply sprinkle them with colored sugar for a touch of whimsy, these cookies will surely bring smiles to your family and friends. It's so easy to double the batch, ensuring that there's plenty to share (or keep!) throughout the season.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Margarine
1 cup (softened)
Cream Cheese
1 (3 ounce) package (softened)
Sugar
1 cup (granulated)
Egg Yolk
1 large (separated from the white)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure or imitation)
All-Purpose Flour
2 1/2 cups (sifted)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the margarine and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
2
Gradually add in the sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
3
Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla until creamy.
4
Slowly add the flour, blending until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
5
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least several hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
6
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
8
Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to ungreased baking sheets.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before icing and decorating as desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Delightful Cream Cheese Roll-Out Cookies special?
These cookies combine the rich, velvety texture of cream cheese with the buttery goodness of margarine for a soft and delicious treat.
What are the primary ingredients for this recipe?
The main ingredients include margarine, cream cheese, granulated sugar, an egg yolk, vanilla extract, and sifted all-purpose flour.
How long should the cookie dough be refrigerated?
The dough should be refrigerated for at least several hours, or ideally overnight, to let flavors meld and the dough firm up.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The cookies should be baked in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How thick should I roll the dough?
Roll the chilled dough to a thickness of approximately 1/4-inch on a lightly floured surface.
Can this cookie recipe be doubled?
Yes, it is very easy to double the batch to ensure there are plenty of cookies to share.
What holidays are these cookies suitable for?
While popular for Christmas, they are also perfect for Easter and Halloween.
Should I grease the baking sheets?
No, the instructions specify placing the cookie cut-outs on ungreased baking sheets.
How should the margarine and cream cheese be prepared?
Both the margarine and the cream cheese should be softened before creaming them together.
Which part of the egg is required for this recipe?
This recipe calls specifically for one large egg yolk, separated from the white.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies typically bake for about 10 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before you begin icing or decorating them.
When is the best time to decorate the cookies?
Decorate the cookies only after they have cooled completely to ensure the icing stays in place.
What are some decoration suggestions?
You can use colorful frosting or simply sprinkle them with colored sugar for a whimsical touch.
Why is it important to chill the dough?
Chilling the dough allows the flavors to develop and makes the soft dough firm enough to roll out easily.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifically recommends using sifted all-purpose flour for the best results.
What kind of vanilla extract should I use?
You can use either pure or imitation vanilla extract.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges are just starting to turn a light golden color.
What surface should be used for rolling the dough?
Use a lightly floured surface to prevent the soft dough from sticking while rolling.
What is the resulting texture of these cookies?
These cookies are known for being perfectly soft with a velvety mouthfeel.
What is the first step in making the dough?
The first step is to cream together the softened margarine and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
When should the sugar be added during mixing?
Gradually add the sugar after creaming the margarine and cream cheese, mixing until well incorporated.
At what point do I add the egg yolk and vanilla?
Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla after the sugar has been mixed into the creamed base.
How do I incorporate the flour into the wet ingredients?
Slowly add the flour and blend until the dough just comes together.
What should the dough consistency feel like?
The dough should feel soft but not sticky before it is wrapped for refrigeration.
How should the dough be covered while in the refrigerator?
The dough should be covered tightly with plastic wrap.
What tools are used to create cookie shapes?
You can use your favorite cookie cutters to create festive shapes for any occasion.
Is this a good recipe for gifting?
Yes, because it is easy to double the batch, it is ideal for sharing with friends and family.
What type of sugar is used for the dough?
The recipe calls for one cup of granulated sugar.