The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes To Make This Holiday Season 3

The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes To Make This Holiday Season 3

If you're looking to spread some holiday cheer and make the most delicious treats this Christmas season, then you're in for a treat! This recipe will guide you through baking the best Christmas cookies that will delight your family and friends. These cookies are not only festive and beautiful but also incredibly tasty, making them the perfect addition to your holiday baking repertoire.

  • Prep 30 min
  • Cook 10 min
  • Total 1 hr 40 min
  • Yield 24 cookies
  • Cuisine American
  • Category Cookie
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set the bowl aside.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

  7. Roll out the cookie dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use Christmas cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer to the baking sheet.

  8. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

  9. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack completely before decorating with sprinkles and icing.

  10. Once the icing has set, the Christmas cookies are ready to be enjoyed!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories
120 kcal per cookie
Total Fat
5 g per cookie
Saturated Fat
3 g per cookie
Cholesterol
20 mg per cookie
Sodium
100 mg per cookie
Total Carbohydrate
18 g per cookie
Dietary Fiber
0.5 g per cookie
Sugars
10 g per cookie
Protein
2 g per cookie

By following this simple recipe, you can create beautiful and delicious Christmas cookies that are sure to impress everyone this holiday season. So, gather your loved ones in the kitchen, put on some festive music, and let the baking fun begin! Make this Christmas a memorable one with these delightful homemade treats.