Holiday Sugar Cookie Cutouts
Experience the warmth of the holidays with these delectable Holiday Sugar Cookie Cutouts. With their rich buttery flavor and sweet vanilla aroma, each bite is a nostalgic reminder of festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and perfect for decorating, these cookies become cherished family traditions that bring joy to any celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup salted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Additional confectioners’ sugar for icing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together the butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Use cookie cutters to create desired shapes.
- Place cutouts on ungreased baking sheets about an inch apart and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
- Decorate with icing made from confectioners’ sugar and milk as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating almond extract or colorful sprinkles. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.