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Delicious Pilgrim Hat Cookies

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Festive and easy-to-make pilgrim hat cookies perfect for Thanksgiving, combining buttery cookie dough with chocolate wafers and a hint of cinnamon for a cozy holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate wafer cookies (round, about 2 inches diameter) for the hat brims
  • Mini peanut butter cups or small chocolate discs for the hat tops
  • Yellow or orange royal icing or colored candy melts for the hat buckle

Instructions

  1. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (225g) softened unsalted butter with 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (110g) light brown sugar using an electric mixer for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the Egg and Vanilla: Crack in 1 large room temperature egg and add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined and smooth, about 1 minute.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll and Cut Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use a round cookie cutter about 2.5 inches diameter to cut shapes. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake: Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges start to turn golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
  8. Assemble the Hats: Once cookies are cool, place a chocolate wafer on top of each cookie as the hat brim.
  9. Add the Hat Top: Place a mini peanut butter cup or small chocolate disc in the center of the wafer. Secure with a dab of melted chocolate or icing if needed.
  10. Decorate the Buckle: Pipe a small rectangle of yellow royal icing or candy melt onto each hat top to create the buckle. Let dry completely before handling.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent sticking and misshapen cookies. Do not overbake to keep cookies tender. Ensure cookies are completely cool before assembling hats to prevent melting. Royal icing or melted candy melts work well for decorating the buckle. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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