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Christmas Sugar Cookies

Deliciously Soft Christmas Sugar Cookies for Holiday Cheer

These Christmas Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday spirit.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup White Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Colored Sugar or Sprinkles

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Cookie scoop
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the mixture. Beat until well combined.
  5. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, blending on low speed until just combined. If too crumbly, add a splash of milk.
  6. Shape the dough into teaspoon-sized balls and arrange on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Flatten each ball and sprinkle with colored sugar or festive sprinkles.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, not melted, and watch the baking time closely to maintain the soft texture.

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