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If you’ve been following me for awhile, you might remember that a couple weeks ago I posted on Instagram and Facebook I had bought my first box of Jingles cookies. I love them.
Well, I thought I loved them. They don’t taste the same as previous years. Seems like every year they lose a little bit of that “zip” that makes them special.
So after asking if anyone had a homemade recipe…
…crickets…
…I decided to attempt it myself.
Adapting my shortbread cookie recipe by adding in some nutmeg and anise extract, I think I came pretty close to the “old” original Jingles cookies. The ones with the zip!
And, if you’ve never had Jingles, don’t worry about it. Just make these cookies and you will totally understand the love I have for them.
I’m sharing another shortbread cookie today too, over at In Katrina’s Kitchen. She is hosting a series called, “I’ll Bring the Cookies” that you better not miss! So many great recipes have been shared already…and some talented bakers yet to come! Today I shared my classic Shortbread Cookie, dipped in dark chocolate and peppermint! Perfect for the holidays! Be sure to head over and check it out!
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What are YOUR favorite cookies?
Or a classic recipe that’s been in the family for years?
These Peppermint Puff Cookies have been around for a long time in our family, always making an appearance during the holidays!
Minty Meringue Cookies- such a perfect little bite of a cookie. Light and minty!
Almond Kringle- Grandma always bought these, and now I make them myself!
Copy cat recipe of Jingles shortbread cookies. ENJOY.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp pure anise extract
- red/green sugar crystal sprinkles
Instructions
- In mixer, beat butter and powdered sugar until combined. Add in flour, salt, nutmeg and anise extract. Mixture will be crumbly, use hands to form a ball. Lay on saran wrap and roll into a log shape. Wrap up tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut slices of cookies 1/4 inch thick and lay on baking sheet. Sprinkle with red/green sugar. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 13-15 minutes. Cool completely and store in air tight container. ENJOY!
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Um. These totally just made my day! I LOVE Jingles! I’ll have to see if I can find some anise extract…
Thanks for the recipe!
Olivia @ Liv Lives Life recently posted..Paris, France Part One
I hope you find the extract!!! My grocery store carries it with all the other flavors, I hope yours does too!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Homemade Jingles Cookies
I love those Jingles!! I will need to give these a try for sure! ♥
Katrina @ In Katrina’s Kitchen recently posted..Autographed Copy of Decorating Cookies with Personal Message From Bridget Edwards
This is one cookie I’ve never tried! Now I don’t need to – I can just use your recipe
Averie @ Averie Cooks recently posted..Holiday Chocolate Tower Giveaway
I’ve never tried a Jingle cookie….I guess I’ll have to make them to find out what they taste like!
Liz recently posted..Cinnamon Raisin Egg Nog Bake & An Egg Nog Challenge!
I looooove these! They are gorgeous! I’ve never had jingles. I’ll just make yours instead.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Pecan Praline Cheesecakes
Oh my word….how have you never had Jingles??? I seriously eat boxes and boxes of them every Christmas
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Homemade Jingles Cookies
I have actually never had a Jingle cookie either. Now I never need to wonder what they taste like because yours I’m sure are waaaaaaay better:-)
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Candy Cane Pudding Parfaits and a Nambe Giveaway
I’ve never tried Jingle Cookies but these look fabulous!
Jen @ Savory Simple recently posted..Eggnog Roulade with Rum Buttercream (Keurig Giveaway)
I haven’t had the Jingles cookies but I do love a good shortbread cookie. It’s sad, many of my favorite “store bought” cookies just aren’t the same as they used to be. I’ll have to give these a try.
Joan@Chocolateandmore recently posted..Care Packages-what to send and how to pack them
I bet these are much better than the original Jingle cookies! Definitely will need to try these soon!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction recently posted..DIY Vanilla Chai Mix
hahahaha Aimee I laughed out loud … “crickets….” haha I loved that. I’ve never had a jingle before! I don’t think? Maybe I have. Regardless, your cookies look incredible and you bet I adore those festive sprinkles. I love shortbread cookies and your two recent versions have me hankering to bake them.
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..Recipe Round 2: cake batter chocolate chip cookies.
Seriously, I think you all live under rocks. Haha!!! I can’t even tell you how many Jingle boxes I have bought over the years….it’s crazy. They’re like Girl Scout cookies, you stock up cause they are only available this time of year! Anyways, I think you better try making some soon
I don’t think I’ve ever had those Jingles cookies, but who cares about that store brand anyway? Your version looks WAY better! Yummy, Aimee!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..A Baker’s Holiday Wish-List!
Thanks Hayley!!!
I used to love those Jingle Cookies too. But I don’t know if they’ve changed or my tastes have and they taste really processed and not very yummy. Can’t wait to try this recipe.
Laura Dembowski recently posted..Prime Rib Roast
Thank you for this Jingles recipe! I agree with you that the original Jingles seem to have gone by the wayside… Can’t wait to try your recipe! TFS!
Hugs,
Georgia
You are welcome!!! ENJOY! Let me know what you think if you try it, if I got it pretty close to the original. Blessings!
Once we burn off our current supply of Christmas cookies, I’ll have to try this recipe. As a kid, I remember getting the BIG box of Jingles from (of all places) a butcher shop in Hamilton, OH. A box the size of “Party-sized potato chips” just packed full with Jingles. I always liked the ornament and bell shaped cookies the best, because they were the biggest! Not much better than a big glass of milk and a huge box of Jingles. They were so good, we never even thought of spreading peanut butter on them! Now THAT’s a good cookie!
Thanks and God Bless!
A giant box? That sounds heavenly!!!
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