Name: Classic Christmas Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 129 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 144 min
Yield: 36
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened); 1 cup Granulated Sugar; 1 Large Egg; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 2 cups Powdered Sugar (for frosting); 3-4 tablespoons Milk (or water) (for frosting); as needed Food Coloring (for frosting); as needed Assorted Sprinkles

Sprinkling Decorations on Cookies

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In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Ensure butter is at room temperature for best creaming results.
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Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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Don't overmix once the egg is added.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Whisking dry ingredients ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
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Avoid overmixing the dough, as it can lead to tough cookies.
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Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
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Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
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Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing cookies from spreading and making them easier to handle.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Work with one dough disk at a time, keeping the other refrigerated.
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Use various Christmas-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Carefully transfer the cut-out cookies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Use various Christmas-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Carefully transfer the cut-out cookies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Place cookies about an inch apart on the baking sheet to allow for slight spreading.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Baking time may vary depending on cookie size and oven. Do not overbake to keep them soft.
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While cookies cool, prepare the frosting by whisking powdered sugar with 3-4 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Divide into separate bowls and add food coloring as desired.
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While cookies cool, prepare the frosting by whisking powdered sugar with 3-4 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Divide into separate bowls and add food coloring as desired.
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Add milk gradually to achieve desired frosting consistency. For a thinner flood icing, add a tiny bit more liquid; for outlining, keep it thicker.
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Once cookies are completely cooled, decorate them using the colored frostings and various Christmas sprinkles. Allow the frosting to set before storing.
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Once cookies are completely cooled, decorate them using the colored frostings and various Christmas sprinkles. Allow the frosting to set before storing.
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For best results, let the first layer of frosting dry slightly before adding intricate details or additional colors.

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Classic Christmas Sugar Cookies

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Unsalted Butter
(softened)

Granulated Sugar

Large Egg

Vanilla Extract

All-Purpose Flour

Baking Powder

Salt

Powdered Sugar
(for frosting)

Milk (or water)
(for frosting)

Food Coloring
(for frosting)

Assorted Sprinkles

Servings: 36

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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5m
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5m

Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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2m
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Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
2m

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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2m
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
2m

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
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5m
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
5m

Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
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1h
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Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
1h

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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10m
Preview
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
10m

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Classic Christmas Sugar Cookies

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Unsalted Butter(softened)

Granulated Sugar

Large Egg

Vanilla Extract

All-Purpose Flour

Baking Powder

Salt

Powdered Sugar(for frosting)

Milk (or water)(for frosting)

Food Coloring(for frosting)

Assorted Sprinkles

Servings: 36

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.Preview5mPreviewIn a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.5m

Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.Preview2mPreviewBeat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.2m

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.Preview2mPreviewIn a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.2m

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.Preview5mPreviewGradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.5m

Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).Preview1hPreviewDivide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).1h

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.Preview10mPreviewPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.10m

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Unsalted Butter
(softened)

Powdered Sugar
(for frosting)

Milk (or water)
(for frosting)

Food Coloring
(for frosting)

In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Preview
5m
Preview
In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5m

Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Preview
2m
Preview
Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
2m

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Preview
2m
Preview
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
2m

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
Preview
5m
Preview
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms.
5m

Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
Preview
1h
Preview
Divide the dough into two disks, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
1h

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Preview
10m
Preview
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
10m