There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked cookies to bring the holiday spirit to life. 🎄 Classic Christmas sugar cookies are a timeless tradition, and they’re perfect for getting your little ones involved in the kitchen!
Here’s an easy recipe for delicious sugar cookies, along with some creative decorating ideas to make your Christmas extra sweet.
Classic Christmas Sugar Cookie Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
Instructions:
Mix It Up: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
Chill: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. This makes it easier to roll out!
Roll & Cut: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use these Christmas Cookie Cutters to create festive shapes like trees, stars, and snowflakes.
Bake: Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before decorating.
Decorating Ideas
1. Royal Icing:Mix powdered sugar, meringue powder, and a splash of water to make royal icing. Use food coloring to create festive shades like red, green, and gold.
2. Sprinkles Galore:Kids love sprinkles! Add a festive touch to your cookies with Christmas Sprinkles.
3. Edible Markers:Let your kids draw on their cookies using Food Coloring Pens. It’s a fun and mess-free way to personalize their creations.
4. Kid-Friendly Tools:Make rolling dough easy for little hands with these Kids Rolling Pins.
Why Baking Together is Special
Baking cookies isn’t just about the treats—it’s about making memories. Spending time in the kitchen teaches kids life skills, sparks creativity, and provides an opportunity to bond.
Share Your Creations! We’d love to see your family’s sugar cookie masterpieces. Share your photos and tag us on Facebook!
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