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Christmas Sugar Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe to Love

Delight in these soft and chewy Christmas Sugar Cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings and gift-giving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with more granulated sugar if needed.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutes, but can use a lower-sugar option if needed.
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) Can substitute with margarine, though texture may vary.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Crisco can be used as an alternative, but cookies may be more crumbly.
  • 2 large Eggs (beaten) Flax eggs can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitutions but extract can be replaced with vanilla bean paste for a more robust flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Baking powder can be used in a pinch, but results may vary.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar May be omitted altogether or replaced with an equal amount of baking powder.
  • 1 pinch Salt Omit for low-sodium diets.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blends.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Sugar Sprinkles (red and green) Use any colored sprinkles for customization.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine softened butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl and cream together until smooth and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually blend in vegetable oil, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
  6. Scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Dip a fork in flour and press down on each cookie ball to create a cross-hatch pattern, then sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.
  8. Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges.
  9. Let the cookies sit on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are customizable; add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.

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