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 Soft Christmas Cookies 

Soft Christmas Cookies Recipe

Soft Christmas Cookies are a festive treat with a tender texture and sweet icing. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as homemade gifts, they feature the classic flavors of vanilla and almond, decorated with colorful icing and sprinkles to capture the spirit of the season.

 

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 4 tablespoons milk

For the Icing:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring and sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside for later.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar

In another bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually mix in the milk to ensure a smooth batter.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft and tender.

Step 5: Chill the Dough

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This step ensures the dough is firm and easy to roll out.

Step 6: Roll Out and Cut Shapes

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Use festive cookie cutters to cut out shapes, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 7: Bake

Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.

Step 8: Prepare the Icing

In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Divide the icing into separate bowls if using multiple food colors. Add food coloring as desired.

Step 9: Decorate

Spread or pipe the icing onto the cooled cookies. Top with sprinkles while the icing is still wet. Allow the icing to set before serving or storing.

Notes

  1. Chilling the dough ensures cookies hold their shape during baking.
  2. For vibrant icing, use gel food coloring.
  3. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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