Classic Soft Christmas Cookies
These classic soft Christmas cookies are the perfect festive treat, soft and chewy with a delightful touch of holiday flavors. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 hand mixer or stand mixer
- 2 baking sheets
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spatula
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Notes
For added holiday flair, you can mix in festive sprinkles or chocolate chips into the dough before baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
To freeze, place the baked cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.