Grandma’s Christmas Baking Secrets: 5 Easy Recipes Everyone Can Master This Holiday Season!

Get into the holiday spirit with 5 easy, mouthwatering Christmas baking recipes that anyone can master—straight from grandma’s kitchen! 🌐 #News #Lifestyle #Food #Christmas

ST. PAUL, MN – Christmas baking has always been a special tradition in our home. For Jack and me, it’s a time to gather in the kitchen, share stories, and recreate the flavors that remind us of our childhoods. Jack’s favorite holiday baking memory is when his grandma, a seasoned baker, passed down her recipe for Festive Gingerbread Loaf.

Over the years, Jack has perfected it, and it’s become one of our signature Christmas treats. The aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses filling the house brings back so many fond memories. It’s safe to say, Jack has mastered this recipe and now loves sharing it with everyone who visits during the holidays.

In the spirit of holiday baking, I’m excited to share five easy and delicious recipes that anyone can master this Christmas season! These recipes, passed down from our grandmothers, are simple, fun to make, and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

1. Grandma’s Classic Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract
• ¼ cup colored sugar (for decoration)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, blending until combined.
6. Roll the dough into balls and flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass. Sprinkle colored sugar on top.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges just start to brown. Let them cool before serving.

Tip: These cookies are perfect for decorating with icing or sprinkles for a festive touch!

2. Easy Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Unroll the biscuit dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
3. Spread the softened butter over the dough.
4. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
5. Roll the dough up tightly, then slice it into individual rolls.
6. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. For the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle it over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

Tip: Make them the night before, then pop them in the oven the next morning for an easy breakfast treat!

3. Simple No-Bake Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Ingredients:

• 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp peppermint extract
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candies (for coating)

Instructions:

1. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
2. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute to melt the chocolate. Stir until smooth.
3. Mix in the peppermint extract.
4. Chill the chocolate mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
5. Roll the chilled chocolate into small balls, then coat them with crushed peppermint candies.
6. Let the truffles set in the refrigerator before serving.

Tip: These truffles are perfect for gifting in a decorative box or jar!

4. Festive Gingerbread Loaf (Jack’s Favorite!)

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 ½ tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup molasses
• ½ cup hot water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the molasses, hot water, and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tip: This loaf is perfect for wrapping up and giving as a gift to friends and family!

5. Grandma’s Cranberry Orange Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
• Zest of 1 orange
• ½ cup orange juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, orange zest, and orange juice.
4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped cranberries.
6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool slightly before serving.

Tip: These muffins are a great addition to your holiday brunch table!

Fill Your Home With Joy!

From sugar cookies to gingerbread loaf, these recipes are a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit! Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or just for yourself, these simple and delicious treats will fill your home with joy and festive cheer. Happy baking, and may your holiday season be filled with warmth and sweetness! Merry Christmas.

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