Description
Festive sugar cookies shaped like Christmas ornaments, perfect for holiday baking with a buttery texture and customizable icing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- For decoration: Royal icing, food coloring, sprinkles
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into ornament shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on wire racks before decorating with royal icing and sprinkles.
Notes
Use cookie cutters in various ornament shapes for a fun holiday twist. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 1g