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Christmas Sugar Cookie

Christmas Sugar Cookie

Delight in these festive Christmas Sugar Cookies, a holiday treat that's both simple and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • colored sanding sugar for decoration

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Fork
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Press down gently with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
  7. Sprinkle with colored sanding sugar.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes until edges are set.
  9. Let cool on the tray for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to customize with almond extract or chocolate chips for a unique twist on classic flavors.

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