Description
Delightfully soft Christmas cookies that are perfect for decorating with icing and sprinkles! These buttery holiday treats are easy to make and a hit at gatherings or family baking sessions. Learn how to create this festive dessert with simple, step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
4 tablespoons milk
For the Icing:
2 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)
Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. - Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. - Cream Butter and Sugar
Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. - Combine Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Chill dough for 30 minutes if sticky. - Roll and Shape
Roll out dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters and place on baking sheets. - Bake the Cookies
Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks. - Prepare the Icing
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Divide and color as desired. - Decorate
Once cookies are completely cool, decorate with icing and sprinkles. Let set before serving or storing.
Notes
For a festive twist, replace almond extract with peppermint extract.
Dough can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
Avoid overbaking for softer cookies; remove when edges are just golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes (optional)
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~48 cookies
- Calories: 120 kcal
