Holiday Butter Cookies
Holiday Butter Cookies are a delightful treat that bring the warmth and joy of the holiday season into your kitchen. With their rich buttery flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are incredibly easy to make and perfect for sharing at festive gatherings. Whether decorated with colorful sprinkles or enjoyed plain, they evoke cherished memories of baking with loved ones. Indulge in these delicious cookies that promise to bring smiles to the faces of family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: Sprinkles or icing for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space in between for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg