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Sour Cream Cut-Out Christmas Cookies

Delightfully soft and tender cookies, perfect for decorating during the holiday season. Infused with the tanginess of sour cream, these cookies create cherished memories in every bite.
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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
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour This essential ingredient gives the cookies their structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Adding lift and helping the cookies spread perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Bringing lightness to our dough.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhancing the natural sweetness of the cookies.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Rich, creamy, and incredibly fragrant.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Providing sweetness and creating a lovely texture.
  • 1 cup sour cream Adding a tangy richness that makes these cookies melt in your mouth.
  • 1 large egg Binding the ingredients together with its luscious yolk.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infusing warmth and depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Offering a sweet, nutty nuance to every bite.
Decoration Ingredients
  • Powdered sugar (for icing) Creating a glossy finish on your decorated cookies.
  • Food coloring (optional) For adding festive hues to your icing.
  • Sprinkles (for decoration) Bringing cheer and joy to your cookie creations.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the sour cream, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smoothly incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  7. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Baking
  1. On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Use cookie cutters to cut out festive shapes.
  3. Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
  4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  5. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
Icing & Decoration
  1. In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with a small amount of water or milk to create a smooth, glossy icing.
  2. Once the cookies are completely cooled, decorate with icing and sprinkles.

Notes

For best results, ensure your butter is at room temperature and don’t skip the chilling step as it helps the cookies hold their shape. Try using whole wheat flour or reducing sugar for healthier alternatives.