Recipe: Holiday Cookies

My old favorite holiday cookie, from Mom:

Melting Moments

2/3 c cornstarch
1 c flour
1 c butter
1/3 c powdered sugar

Sift flour and cornstarch together. (This step is important, so there are no lumps and the batter is light and airy.) Cream butter; add sugar and cream until fluffy. Add flour/cornstarch mixture. Roll into small balls and keep chilled.
Bake at 325 for 15-20 minutes.

Make a powdered sugar frosting. If desired, divide the frosting to make different batches of flavored frosting: Add food coloring and almond/lemon/peppermint/vanilla extracts to each colored frosting. Drizzle frosting over baked cookies.


My newest favorite cookie, from Jennifer:

Chewy Chocolate Cherry Cookies

1 c flour
1/2 c cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 c sugar
1/2 c butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 large egg
2/3 c dried cherries
3 tbsp chocolate chips (or more)

Combine dry ingredients. Cream sugar and butter. Add vanilla and egg. Gradually add dry ingredients. Stir in cherries and chips. Drop by tablespoon.
Bake at 350 for 12 minutes. Cool on pans 5 minutes.