Cool Whip Christmas Cookies
These delightful Cool Whip Christmas Cookies are soft, chewy, and a festive treat that brings warmth and joy to your holiday season.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cool Whip The star of the show that adds lightness and creaminess.
- 1 cup sugar Creates a lovely cookie crust.
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Gives structure to the cookies.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Provides the cookies with lift.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
Decoration
- to taste Sprinkles For festive decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cool Whip, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- If desired, add more sprinkles on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure not to overmix the dough for the lightest texture. For variation, try almond extract instead of vanilla, or refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking for a chewier texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgSugar: 6g
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