One dough, twelve flavors: Christmas cookies without stress and with maximum impact recept

Name: One dough, twelve flavors: Christmas cookies without stress and with maximum impact
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 30
Ingredients: 500 g plain flour; 250 g butter; 150 g powdered sugar; 2 egg yolks; 1 packet of vanilla sugar; a pinch of salt; grated lemon zest (optional)

Easy to prepare
30 portions
45 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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Are you looking for a way to handle Christmas baking this year without the chaos and still achieve a perfect result? This recipe is a small miracle – from one versatile dough you can create up to 12 different types of cookies. Each piece tastes different, the dough is great to work with and the result will please even the most demanding lovers of Christmas treats.

For 30 portions

Ingredients

500 g plain flour
250 g butter
150 g powdered sugar
2 egg yolks
1 packet of vanilla sugar
a pinch of salt
grated lemon zest (optional)

Preparation procedure

Work all the ingredients into a smooth, non-sticky dough.
Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Then divide the dough into 4–6 portions and customize each according to taste or imagination – by adding cocoa, nuts, coconut, cinnamon or jam.
Bake according to the type of cookie at 170–180 °C for 10–15 minutes, until they start to turn lightly golden.
Tip: The dough can be prepared a day in advance – after resting it is even easier to work with.

12 ideas for turning one dough into a Christmas cookie fairy-tale

Linzer cookies with jam – a classic that never disappoints.
Vanilla crescents – add ground nuts and coat in powdered sugar with vanilla.
Cocoa stars – mix cocoa into part of the dough and cut out shapes.
Lemon cookies – add lemon zest and a few drops of lemon juice, decorate with icing.
Coconut kisses – roll the dough in coconut and press lightly.
Nut wreaths – fold in ground hazelnuts and shape into rings.
Cinnamon spirals – roll out the dough, sprinkle with cinnamon and roll up.
Coffee balls – add instant coffee and coat in powdered sugar.
Marble cookies – mix light and cocoa dough for effect.
Filled with nougat – sandwich two rounds with nougat cream.
Chocolate-dipped hearts – dip in melted chocolate and sprinkle with nuts.
Moons with jam and almonds – decorate with almond flakes and a dollop of jam.

Preparation time and servings

Total time: 2 hours
Active preparation: 45 minutes
Servings: approx. 80–100 pieces depending on size

Why this dough is special

This recipe has won the hearts of home cooks across Europe. The dough is buttery, tender, fragrant and holds its shape perfectly – ideal for cutting out and filling. Just a few small tweaks and you have a collection of Christmas cookies without unnecessary stress and mess in the kitchen.

Conclusion

From one dough you can conjure up an entire Christmas collection of sweets – from classic crescents to luxurious chocolate cookies. This versatile recipe is proof that simplicity can be extraordinary. Make it this year with your family, involve the kids and enjoy the aroma that will scent the whole home.