Homemade Christmas Sugar Cookies to Brighten Your Holidays
Delight your holidays with these Christmas Sugar Cookies—quick to prepare and perfect for festive gatherings.
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Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 ¾ cups All-purpose flour essential for structure
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda acts as a leavening agent
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder another leavening agent
- 1 cup Unsalted butter use softened for easy creaming
- 1 ½ cups White sugar contributes to crispiness
- 1 large Egg binds and adds moisture
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract adds warmth and sweetness
- ½ teaspoon Almond extract enhances flavor profile
- 3-4 tablespoons Milk to adjust dough consistency
- ½ teaspoon Salt enhances flavors
For Decorating
- Colored sugar or sprinkles for festive flair
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and white sugar for 3 to 5 minutes until fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until combined. Add milk if needed.
- Scoop rounded portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly and sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For best results, chill the dough if it feels sticky and ensure accurate measurements to achieve the perfect texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 20mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Iron: 0.5mg