German Cut-Out Cookies
These delightful German Cut-Out Cookies are a holiday staple, known for their ease of preparation and wonderful flavor. The dough is exceptionally easy to work with, requiring no chilling, making them perfect for festive baking sessions with family and friends. Enjoy decorating these cookies with your favorite frostings and sprinkles!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
14 g
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Cholesterol
18 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
90 mg
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Sugar
6 g
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Fat
4 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease baking sheets. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
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3 mins
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined. (3 minutes)
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2 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. (2 minutes)
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
06 Step
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7 mins
Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll out the dough to a 1/4-inch thickness. (7 minutes)
07 Step
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10 mins
Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place the cookies about 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. (10 minutes)
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Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (10 minutes)
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (5 minutes)
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Once cooled, decorate with your favorite frostings, sprinkles, or edible glitter. (Variable)
For best results, ensure your butter is properly softened but not melted.
Feel free to experiment with different extracts, such as almond or lemon, for a unique flavor.
The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Bring to room temperature before rolling out.
To prevent the cookies from spreading, avoid overmixing the dough and ensure your baking sheets are cool before placing the cookies on them.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.4/ 5 ( 107 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Elyse Torp
Mar 10, 2025I've made these cookies for years, and they always turn out perfectly. The recipe is simple and reliable.
Bernadine Jakubowski
Oct 6, 2024The hint about refrigerating the dough was a lifesaver! I made the dough the day before, and it made baking day so much easier.
Jessica Kshlerin
Feb 22, 2024My kids absolutely loved helping me make these cookies. It's become a cherished family tradition.
Kali Hansen
Dec 22, 2023These cookies were a hit at our holiday party! The dough was so easy to work with, and everyone loved decorating them.