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Holiday Cookies

Delicious holiday cookies that bring joy and sweetness to your festive celebrations.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: holiday cookies, festive baking, Christmas treats
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar for decoration
  • Food coloring optional
  • Sprinkles and edible decorations

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  • Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  • Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  • Flatten each ball slightly with a fork or your hands.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
  • Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g