For the best flavor, use high-quality vanilla extract and fresh butter. Chilling the dough is essential for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking. If the dough is still too soft after 2 hours, chill it for an additional 30 minutes. To prevent the cookies from sticking, use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat on your cookie sheets. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Best Soft Christmas Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING48 People
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VIEWS4.8K
Delight in the magic of the holidays with these exquisitely soft and tender Christmas cookies! These cut-out sugar cookies, adorned with colorful sprinkles before baking, are a festive treat that will melt in your mouth.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium81 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare Ingredients (5 minutes): Gather all your ingredients and ensure the butter is properly softened.
02 Step
Recipe View Sift Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures a light and even texture.
03 Step
Recipe View Cream Butter and Sugar (7 minutes): In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
04 Step
Recipe View Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla (3 minutes): Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
05 Step
Recipe View Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
06 Step
Recipe View Chill Dough (2 hours): Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This step is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading during baking.
07 Step
Recipe View Preheat and Prepare (10 minutes): Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease two cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper.
08 Step
Recipe View Roll and Cut (15 minutes): On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use Christmas cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and arrange them on the prepared cookie sheets. Re-roll scraps as needed.
09 Step
Recipe View Decorate (5 minutes): Sprinkle the cookies with colored sprinkles or sanding sugar before baking, if desired.
10 Step
Recipe View Bake (6-8 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are lightly golden, about 6 to 8 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
11 Step
Recipe View Cool (10 minutes): Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Cathrine Haag
May 16, 2024Jessica: My kids had so much fun decorating these cookies. They're a new family tradition!
Destin Doyle
Jan 28, 2024Sarah: These cookies were a hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved how soft they were.
Wallace Heller
Oct 25, 2023Ashley: The dough was a little sticky, but I just added a little more flour and it worked out great.
Marcia Upton
Jun 5, 2023David: I accidentally overbaked them a little, but they were still delicious!
Kurt Mante
Jun 27, 2022Michael: I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing!