Santa's Whiskers

Celebrate the holiday season with the whimsical charm of *Santa's Whiskers* cookies, a delightful treat that's as festive as it is delicious. These buttery slice-and-bake cookies are speckled with vibrant candied red and green cherries, studded with crunchy pecans, and rolled in a snowy layer of shredded sweetened coconut—perfect for capturing the magic of Christmas. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a generous yield of 36 cookies, this recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie swaps, or gifting to loved ones. The balance of rich vanilla, chewy coconut, and colorful accents makes these cookies not only a feast for the taste buds but also a standout on any cookie tray. Bake up a batch of *Santa's Whiskers* this season and spread a little holiday cheer!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:37 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup candied red cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup candied green cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 2

Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped candied red cherries, candied green cherries, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Place the shredded sweetened coconut on a sheet of parchment paper. Roll each dough log in the coconut, pressing gently to ensure the coconut adheres to the surface.

Step 7

Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 9

Remove the dough logs from the refrigerator and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.

Step 10

Place the sliced cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 12

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1314.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5930.1

Total Fat 294.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 175.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 519.3mg	0%
Sodium 157.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 802.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 475.9g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 13.0IU	0%
Calcium 225.4mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1206.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 53.0%