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Christmas Sugar Cookies

Delightful, tender sugar cookies perfect for sharing during the festive season, ideal for decorating and celebrating with loved ones.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Make sure butter is softened to room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Creates the perfect balance for your cookies.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Foundational element for tender crumb.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for fluffy cookies.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
Decorative Ingredients
  • as needed Colored sugar or icing For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
  3. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer to the baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  4. If desired, sprinkle with colored sugar.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks before decorating.

Notes

Chill the dough to maintain shape during baking. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.