Delicious Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe
I make these Christmas sugar cookies for the holidays every year! Cut into festive shapes, they’re perfect for decorating with icing and sprinkles.
Why You’ll Love These Christmas Sugar Cookies
- Easy to Make: Requires only 8 ingredients.
- Delicious Flavor: A warm, buttery flavor that everyone loves.
- Perfect for Decorating: Use holiday cookie cutters and icing to make them festive!
- Freezable: Bake ahead and freeze for later decoration.
How to Make Christmas Sugar Cookies
Follow this simple guide to prepare your cookies:
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Measurements |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 3/4 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter | 1 cup (softened) |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Almond extract | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Chill the dough for at least 2 hours.
- Roll out the dough and cut out your desired shapes.
- Bake at 350°F for 9-11 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and decorate according to preference.
Tips for Making Perfect Sugar Cookies
- Use Parchment Paper: Ensures easy cleanup and even baking.
- Bake One Sheet at a Time: For the best results, avoid overcrowding the oven.
- Adjust Baking Time: Check smaller cookies earlier than larger ones.
Decorating Your Christmas Sugar Cookies
Here are two icing options to decorate your cookies:
- Royal Icing: Firm texture, perfect for detailed decorations.
- Simple Sugar Icing: A mix of powdered sugar and milk for easy application.
Feel free to add food coloring and toppings like sprinkles or candies to enhance the festive look.
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container. Iced cookies can be refrigerated for up to 4 days; unfrosted ones can stay at room temperature. These cookies freeze well too; seal them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.