Description
Delicious sugar cookies perfect for Christmas, with a soft texture and festive decorations.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Festive sprinkles or icing for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Roll dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Flatten slightly with a spoon or your hand.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Let cool before decorating with sprinkles or icing.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Use cookie cutters for festive shapes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, sugar cookies, holiday baking, festive treats