Description
Delight in the holiday spirit with these Christmas Sugar Cookie Bites! These festive, bite-sized treats are soft and chewy, topped with colorful Christmas sprinkles. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or enjoying with family and friends, these easy-to-make cookies will become a seasonal favorite. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, baking these delightful cookies is a fun way to celebrate the festive season.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Christmas-colored sprinkles (red, green, white)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
- Shape the Cookie Bites: Roll small, teaspoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Lightly press each dough ball with your fingertips to flatten slightly.
- Add Sprinkles: Sprinkle the tops of each cookie with Christmas-colored sprinkles, pressing them gently into the dough to stick.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the cookie bites for 20 minutes to help them maintain their shape during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should remain soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a festive twist, consider adding peppermint extract to the dough.
These cookies freeze well; store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
For added decoration, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 40 cookie bites
- Calories: 75 kcal per cookie
Keywords: Christmas cookies, sugar cookie bites, holiday baking, festive desserts, easy cookie recipes, Christmas treats, soft sugar cookies