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The holiday season brings with it a flurry of delightful traditions, and one of the most cherished is the comforting ritual of baking sweet treats with loved ones. There's something inherently uplifting about filling your kitchen with the enticing aroma of freshly baked cookies. Among the myriad of festive confections, Christmas sugar cookies hold a special place in many hearts. Their soft texture and sweet flavor entice everyone from children to seniors, making them an ideal choice for holiday gatherings.
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Festive Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe

These festive Christmas sugar cookies are soft, sweet, and perfect for holiday celebrations. Decorate them with icing and sprinkles for a cheerful touch.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword baking, Christmas, cookies, dessert, holiday treats, sugar cookies
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • ½ cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • assorted colored sprinkles or icing for decoration

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until smooth.
  • Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Roll out the chilled dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut into festive shapes.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are light golden, then cool on wire racks.
  • Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar or decorate with icing and sprinkles.
  • Enjoy your Christmas sugar cookies with family and friends.

Notes

Chill the dough for best results.