Description
These Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies are soft and chewy with crisp edges, perfect for any holiday occasion and fun to decorate with the kids.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour (Regular, scoop it and level)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder (NOT soda, trust me, it matters)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (Room temperature makes life easier)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar (White sugar is classic)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Use real if possible)
- 1 tablespoon Milk (For added softness)
Optional Flavor Boosters
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract (Optional for extra flavor)
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest (Adds a zing)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Optional flavor enhancer)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla, and any optional extracts or zest.
- Combine the dry mixture with the wet until it forms a dough. If too dry, add a bit of milk.
Shaping and Baking
- Roll the dough out to about the thickness of a pencil.
- Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden, not brown.
- Cool the cookies before decorating.
Decorating
- Use red and green icing, sprinkles, or crushed candy canes for decoration.
- Allow decorated cookies to dry before stacking or packaging.
Notes
Chilling the dough prevents spreading and improves shapes. For best results, chill for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: American, Holiday