Dear friends and neighbors,
As the snow gently blankets our County hills and the woodstove crackles with cheer, we send you the warmest Christmas blessings from L&L Homestead. This year, amid the joyful chaos of little ones, animal chores, and fresh-baked loaves, we’ve been reminded how deeply grateful we are for this simple, self-sufficient life we’re building—one sourdough rise at a time.
May your home be filled with the scent of real bread, the laughter of loved ones, and the quiet peace of knowing you’re nourishing body and soul. We’re thankful for community near and far, and excited to share more homestead sourdough magic in the year ahead.
Also, from L&L Homestead
Discover the joy of real sourdough baked fresh on our homestead! Learn simple sourdough techniques, order artisan loaves made with love and heirloom grains, or get your own dehydrated starter to begin your baking adventure. Nourishing, naturally fermented, and toxin-free. Contact me to learn more or place an order!
Leslie@llhomestead.com, or https://thepamphlet.net/contact-us/
With love and fermented joy, Leslie, Lonny, and the little crew of L&L Homestead (Inspired by the timeless truths in The Pamphlet)
To celebrate the season, here’s a favorite holiday treat we’ve been enjoying: soft, tangy Sourdough Sugar Cookies perfect for decorating with the kids. Grab the full recipe here: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/wprm_print/sourdough-sugar-cookies
Sourdough Sugar Cookies
Farmhouse on Boone
Soft, buttery, and sweet with a hint of tangy. This sourdough sugar cookie recipe is perfect for holiday baking. These cut-out cookies can easily be decorated and are so delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 4 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Royal icing
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons room temp water
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F (unless long fermenting.)
- In a stand mixer with paddle attachment, cream butter and granulated sugar together for a few minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs in one at a time and mix until well incorporated.
- Add vanilla and sourdough discard and mix until just combined. Scrape down the sides a few times.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients about 1/3 at a time, and mix until just incorporated.
- Divide the dough into two discs, and wrap with plastic wrap. Place the dough in the refrigerator for at least an hour or for 3 days for long fermentation.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/4” inch thickness between two pieces of parchment paper.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges start to golden.
- Allow to cool completely before icing.
How To Make Royal Icing:
- In a stand mixer or large bowl add the ingredients. Using a whisk attachment (or a hand held mixer) whip together until peaks form.
- If the icing is too thick, add 1 teaspoon of water at a time until the right consistency is reached. If it is too thin, add powdered sugar a tablespoon or two at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Add to a a piping bag with a tip (or just a ziplock bag with a small corner cut) and decorate the cookies.
Notes
- Don’t over mix the dough. Add in the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- Refrigerate dough to help keep the cookie shape during baking.
- This recipe can be made the same day, or long ferment in the fridge for 3 days. Make it according to the directions below and then just keep it in the fridge for 3 days (up to 4 days) before rolling out and baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
Thank You! https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/sourdough-sugar-cookies/
Recipe from Farmhouse on Boone