Christmas Cookies Cut Outs

Get ready to fill your home with the sweet aromas of the holiday season with our delightful Christmas Cookies Cut Outs recipe. This classic recipe will have you and your loved ones feeling festive and excited for the most wonderful time of the year. These cookies are not only delicious but also perfect for decorating, making them a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy. So, grab your cookie cutters and get ready to bake up some holiday cheer!

**Christmas Cookies Cut Outs**

**Ingredients:**
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Assorted sprinkles and icing for decorating

**Instructions:**
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
5. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Using cookie cutters of your choice, cut out shapes from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Once the cookies are completely cool, it’s time to decorate! Get creative with your favorite festive sprinkles and icing. Let your imagination run wild as you adorn your cookies with holiday colors and designs.

12. Allow the icing to set before enjoying your beautifully decorated Christmas Cookies Cut Outs. These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family, giving as gifts, or simply enjoying by the cozy glow of the holiday lights.

Whether you’re baking these Christmas Cookies Cut Outs as a fun family activity or as a tasty treat to share at holiday gatherings, these delightful cookies are sure to spread joy and cheer. So, put on your favorite holiday tunes, gather your loved ones, and let the baking begin!