Description
These Soft Christmas Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats perfect for the holiday season. Light, fluffy, and delicately sweet, they’re ideal for family baking days or cookie exchanges. Decorate them with colorful icing and festive sprinkles for a fun, kid-friendly activity. Whether you’re leaving a few for Santa or serving them at a holiday party, these cookies bring warmth and cheer to every bite.
Ingredients
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2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp almond extract (optional)
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Royal icing or buttercream for decorating
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Holiday sprinkles
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Mix until combined.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
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Bake for 7–9 minutes or until edges are just lightly golden.
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Cool completely before decorating with icing and sprinkles.
Notes
For extra softness, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking. Substitute almond
extract with lemon extract for a citrus twist.