Deliciously Soft Christmas Sugar Cookies for Holiday Cheer
Indulge in delicious Christmas Sugar Cookies that embody holiday cheer and togetherness.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour The foundation of your cookies; it gives them structure and softness.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise for that perfect soft texture.
- ½ teaspoon baking powder Adds a bit of extra lightness to your delightful Christmas Sugar Cookies.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensures a rich, creamy base and buttery flavor.
- 1 ½ cups white sugar Sweetens the cookies beautifully for that festive taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, familiar flavor that delights all ages.
- ½ teaspoon almond extract Adds a subtle nutty note for added complexity.
- 3 to 4 tablespoons milk Adjust as needed for perfect dough consistency.
- ½ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances all the flavors.
For Decorating
- colored sugar or sprinkles Add a pop of color and festive cheer to your cookies!
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream together the unsalted butter and white sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract into the creamed mixture until well combined.
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. If too crumbly, add milk one tablespoon at a time.
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them on ungreased cookie sheets with about 2 inches of space in between.
- Flatten each dough ball using the bottom of a glass or your hands and sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles.
- Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading and store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg
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