Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas cookies that blend nostalgia and joy in every bite. With their golden-brown edges and soft, chewy centers, they are perfect for decorating with loved ones or sneaking a treat before dinner. This easy-to-follow recipe will ensure your holiday gatherings are filled with sweet memories!
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Optional: colorful sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture while stirring gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling before decorating if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg