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Christmas Sugar Cookies

These delightful Christmas Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for holiday celebrations, evoking nostalgia and warmth with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour This is the backbone of the cookie, giving it structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies to rise beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Adds a little extra lift for fluffiness.
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness of the cookies.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Vital for the rich flavor and chewy texture.
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the golden color.
  • 1 egg Essential for binding the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a lovely depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Elevates the flavor to a whole new level.

Decorations

  • red and green sprinkles Add a festive touch perfect for Christmas.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Stir to mix.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well blended.
  • Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture in thirds.
  • Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of the dough into balls.
  • Place the cookie balls on ungreased cookie sheets, leaving space between them.
  • Flatten each cookie ball slightly with your fingers and sprinkle with red and green sprinkles.

Baking

  • Bake the cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes until they are just starting to turn a light golden color.
  • Let them cool on the cookie sheets for a couple of minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

For perfect cookies, ensure your butter is at room temperature and avoid overmixing the dough. Feel free to experiment with different sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 8g
Keyword Baking, Christmas Cookies, Comfort Food, Holiday Recipes, Sugar Cookies
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