Description
A simple recipe for delicious Christmas cookies that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Assorted sprinkles or decorations
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and extracts, mixing well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, place on baking sheets, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Decorate with sprinkles while cookies are still warm.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
- For softer cookies, reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday baking, festive treats