Instead of fighting crowds at the store, head to the kitchen and whip up Pinterest-worthy treats and crafts. Whether you’re gifting a gracious host or just want a few extra presents on hand for unexpected holiday guests, flavorful and aromatic kitchen creations are a delicious way to show you care this holiday season.
“Christmas cookies are always a popular gift but they’re not the only homemade option for the cookie lovers on your list,” said Chef Kevan Vetter. “A small jar of spreadable Gingerbread Cookie Butter brings the taste of a classic holiday treat to unexpected places like toast and pancakes.”
Cinnamon and Pine Fragrance Jar
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Makes: 1 jar
Supplies
- 2-3 pine branches (4 inches long)
- 2 Gourmet Cinnamon Sticks
- 1 teaspoon Allspice
- Water
- Place pine, cinnamon and allspice inside 8-ounce jar. Pour water to fill jar, leaving 1/2-inch headspace; seal.
- To add a lovely fragrance around the house, pour all contents of jar into small saucepan. Simmer on medium heat 10-15 minutes or until fragrant, adding additional water as needed.
Gingerbread Cookie Butter
Ingredients
- 8 ounces gingerbread cookies, about 8 (3 1/2-inch long) cookies
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger
Preparation
- Pulse cookies in food processor until resembling fine crumbs. Add sugar; pulse until just blended.
- Heat oil and water in small saucepan on low heat until coconut oil is melted. Slowly add oil mixture to processor while pulsing. Add vanilla and spices; pulse until just blended.
Serves
24 (1 tablespoon each)
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
2 minutes
SOURCE:
McCormick & Company, Inc.