Pudding cookies are the sweet stars of the Christmas table
Christmas is approaching, and what would the holidays be without a proper dose of fragrant cookies? Among traditional types like vanilla crescents or Linzer cookies, pudding cookies are gaining popularity. But what exactly are they, and why should you consider adding them to your festive table this year?
What are pudding cookies?
Pudding cookies are a unique type of sweet pastry, with their main secret lying in the use of pudding powder as one of the basic ingredients. This powder, commonly used to make creamy desserts, gives the cookies a delicate texture and distinctive aroma. Pudding cookies can have various flavors—vanilla, chocolate, or even caramel—depending on the type of pudding powder used.
Why bake pudding cookies?
Do you enjoy sweet experiments? Pudding cookies are an excellent choice for those who want to try something new yet easy to prepare. Thanks to the pudding powder, the dough not only gains an interesting taste but also a beautifully soft consistency that literally melts in your mouth. Plus, who could resist cookies with jam or chocolate, which elevate this treat to the next level?
Basic Pudding Cookie Recipe
If you want to give it a try, you'll need just a few ingredients that you might already have at home:
- 1 packet of pudding powder (vanilla, chocolate, or other)
- 250 g of plain flour
- 150 g of butter
- 80 g of powdered sugar
- 1 egg
The process is simple.
- Mix all the ingredients together and work into a smooth dough.
- Let it rest in the fridge for a while for easier handling.
- Then roll out the dough and cut out your favorite shapes.
- Bake the pudding cookies at 180 °C for about 8–10 minutes, until the edges begin to turn slightly golden.
Pudding Cookies with Jam
Want something extra sweet and refreshing? Pudding cookies are great combined with jam. After baking, let the pieces cool and then stick them together in pairs with jam of your choice. Sourer types like currant or raspberry are ideal, as they beautifully balance the sweetness of the dough. How about using exotic fruit jam?
Pudding Cookies with Chocolate
If you're a chocolate lover, you won't be able to resist the version of pudding cookies dipped in melted chocolate. Simply melt quality dark, milk, or white chocolate and dip the top part of the cookie into it. For extra flair, you can add decorations—such as crushed nuts, colorful sugar sprinkles, or shredded coconut. The result will be not only delicious but also aesthetically perfect.
When is the ideal time to bake?
When should you start baking pudding cookies to ensure they're perfect for Christmas? Ideally, about a week before the holidays. This gives them enough time to "rest," which enhances their flavor and softens them. But if you don't have that much time, don't worry—this type of cookie is excellent even immediately after baking.
Pudding Cookies as a Gift
Have you ever thought about giving homemade cookies as a Christmas gift? Pudding cookies are a great choice. Simply place them in a nice box, add a ribbon and a handwritten note, and you have an original, sweet gift that will delight anyone. Plus, you can add various versions to the box—with jam, with chocolate, or simply dusted with powdered sugar.
Experiment and Enjoy Christmas
Pudding cookies are a great opportunity to spice up your Christmas baking and surprise family and friends with something new. Whether you choose the classic with jam or go for the chocolate variant, one thing is certain—your table will smell delightful and invite everyone to taste. So why not try something new and refresh your collection of Christmas treats?
Christmas is a time when we enjoy not only gifts but also moments spent together with fragrant goodies. Pudding cookies can be the sweet touch that brings everyone together at one table.
