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Festive and Easy DIY Christmas Cookies

Festive and Easy DIY Christmas Cookies

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Get ready to spread holiday cheer with these Festive and Easy DIY Christmas Cookies! These colorful, delicious treats are perfect for decorating and sharing with loved ones during your festive celebrations. With a delightful blend of vanilla, almond, and cinnamon, they not only taste great but also provide a fun baking experience for bakers of all ages. Whether you’re looking to spruce up your cookie platter or create thoughtful gifts, these easy-to-make cookies are sure to bring joy to any occasion.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • Red and green sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. Cream butter with sugars until smooth (about 2-3 minutes). Add eggs one at a time along with the vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Scoop dough onto prepared sheets; sprinkle tops with red and green sprinkles.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on racks before frosting if desired.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 137
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 23mg