Description
Festive Mexican wedding cookies sparkle with buttery richness and delicate powdered sugar coating. Crisp almond-infused circles melt gracefully, delivering sweet comfort that connects family traditions and holiday cheer.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 30 sugar wafer cookies
- 1 cup peppermint pieces
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pretzels
Chocolate and Candy Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) melting chocolate wafers
- 12 ounces (340 grams) milk or dark chocolate
- 12 ounces (340 grams) green candy melts
- Red M&M candies
- Candy eyes
Decorative Ingredients:
- Sprinkles
- Green sanding sugar
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Chocolate Preparation
Gently melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Ensure the chocolate reaches a smooth, glossy consistency with no visible lumps.
- Wafer Cookie Transformation
Submerge each wafer cookie into the molten chocolate, coating approximately three-quarters of its surface. Carefully lift and allow excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl, creating an even layer.
- Festive Embellishment
Immediately adorn the chocolate-coated cookies with an array of decorative elements like sprinkles, edible glitter, or crushed candy canes while the chocolate remains slightly wet. Position the decorated cookies on a parchment-lined tray to set.
- Whimsical Reindeer Design
Craft playful reindeer-themed cookies by strategically placing pretzel pieces as antlers. Attach candy eyes and a vibrant red candy to complete the adorable woodland creature appearance.
- Seasonal Color Variation
Transform some cookies using green candy melts, ensuring a uniform coating. Enhance their holiday charm by sprinkling green sanding sugar and tiny red heart-shaped decorations across the surface.
- Peppermint Bark Creation
Layer melted chocolate onto a parchment sheet, creating a smooth foundation. Generously scatter crushed peppermint pieces over the chocolate surface. Allow the mixture to completely solidify before fragmenting into delightful shards.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate is completely melted and smooth for perfect coating consistency.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent cookies from sticking during decoration.
- Work quickly while chocolate is warm to achieve neat and clean dipping results.
- Select high-quality white and dark chocolates for rich, authentic flavor profiles.
- Allow decorated cookies to set at room temperature or briefly chill for faster hardening.
- Keep extra sprinkles and decorative elements nearby for spontaneous creative touches.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg