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Pin by Tanya Rizh on hate cooking: Master Festive Cookies!

Pin by Tanya Rizh on hate cooking | Christmas gingerbread cookies, Christmas cookies decorated, Christmas sugar cookies decorated

A delightful recipe for festive Christmas cookies that are perfect for decorating and sharing during the holiday season.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
  • Royal icing for decoration
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
  6. Add milk as needed to achieve a dough consistency.
  7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
  9. Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
  11. Let cool before decorating with royal icing.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.
  • Use a variety of cookie cutters for different shapes.
  • Store decorated cookies in an airtight container.

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