Description
A simple recipe for the best soft Christmas cookies that bring joy to your holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 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
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and white sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips if you are using them.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are lightly browned.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour.
- Substitute butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Add nuts or dried fruits for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: best soft christmas cookies, holiday baking, easy cookie recipe