Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Celebrate the holiday season with these delightful Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies. They are soft, buttery, and bursting with festive sprinkles that bring a cheerful touch to any cookie platter.

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup festive sprinkles

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the room-temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Step 5: Gently fold in the festive sprinkles.
6. Step 6: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them to allow for spreading.
7. Step 7: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack or serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use your favorite sprinkles to match different holidays or celebrations for a personalized touch.
• Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent excessive spreading.
• For softer cookies, reduce baking time slightly; for crisper edges, bake a minute longer.

Storage

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To keep them fresh longer, you can freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen cookies briefly in a low oven or microwave to enjoy them warm.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce or omit any added salt in the recipe to avoid making the cookies too salty.

Can I make these cookies gluten-free?

Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend that measures cup-for-cup. Ensure your sprinkles are also gluten-free.

Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Celebrate the holiday season with these delightful Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies. Soft, buttery, and bursting with festive sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends or decorating your cookie platter.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup festive sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the room-temperature butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3 minutes. This step is critical for creating a tender cookie texture.
3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, ensuring a uniform and flavorful dough.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make cookies tough.
6. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the festive sprinkles to add bursts of color and sweetness throughout the dough.
7. Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading during baking.
8. Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies’ edges turn slightly golden, signaling they are perfectly baked.
9. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them set without breaking.

Notes

• Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming and better cookie texture.
• Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to ensure soft cookies.
• Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
• Sprinkles can be swapped for other holiday-themed decorations or omitted if preferred.

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