Christmas Cookies Recipe
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Description: Indulge in the holiday spirit with these delightful Christmas Cookies, perfect for sharing with loved ones and spreading cheer! This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, promises a delectable treat that will leave everyone craving for more.
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 12 minutes
Servings: Makes 50-55 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, creating a smooth and creamy base for your cookies.
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Incorporate Remaining Ingredients: Once the butter and sugar are well combined, add the egg, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a cohesive dough.
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Mix Thoroughly: Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix the dough thoroughly, ensuring that there are no pockets of dry flour left behind. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky to the touch.
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Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dough to an airtight container, then chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours. This step is crucial for allowing the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up, making it easier to roll out and shape later on.
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Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has chilled sufficiently, remove it from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to your desired thickness, keeping it uniform for even baking.
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Cut into Shapes: Using cookie cutters of your choice, cut the rolled-out dough into festive shapes such as stars, Christmas trees, snowflakes, or gingerbread men. Get creative and have fun with different shapes and sizes!
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Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the cut-out cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are pale golden brown and the centers are set.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy these delightful Christmas Cookies with a hot cup of cocoa or your favorite festive beverage!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 72.8
- Fat: 3.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 14mg
- Sodium: 35mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.9g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 4.1g
- Protein: 0.8g
🎅🏼🎁🍪 Spread joy and sweetness this holiday season with these irresistible Christmas Cookies! Whether you’re gifting them to friends and family or simply enjoying them by the cozy fireplace, these homemade treats are sure to evoke warm memories and festive cheer. Happy baking!
