Christmas Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas cookies that are perfect for sharing during the holiday season. With a soft, chewy texture and vibrant icing, each cookie is a sweet reminder of cherished holiday traditions. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit any taste, these cookies are sure to become a beloved addition to your festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 tbsp milk (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; let cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, frost with vanilla icing and add sprinkles if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg