Christmas Cut-Out Sugar Cookies
Delight in the festive spirit with these versatile and easy-to-make Christmas cut-out sugar cookies, perfect for decorating and sharing during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Essential for the cookie structure.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Adds a light texture.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened For rich flavor and texture.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar Sweetens the cookies.
- 1 large egg Binding agent.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Enhances the taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Decoration
- Royal icing For decorating the cookies.
- Sprinkles For added fun and color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk until well blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Roll the dough into balls or roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness for cookie cutters.
- Place cookie shapes on ungreased baking pans, leaving space between them.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden around the edges.
- Let the cookies cool on wire racks.
Decoration
- Once cooled, decorate with royal icing and sprinkles.
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Notes
Chill the dough if too sticky. Use quality ingredients for better flavor. Experiment with additional flavors or festive add-ins.