Description
These soft, buttery Christmas cookies are the perfect holiday treat. Made with simple ingredients, these cookies can be rolled out and cut into fun shapes, then decorated with icing and sprinkles for a festive touch. Great for baking with kids or sharing at holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, stirring until a dough forms.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out your favorite shapes and place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating with icing or sprinkles.
Notes
- You can refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out to make it easier to work with.
- These cookies can be decorated with royal icing, sprinkles, or even dipped in chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes