Description
Delicious Christmas butter cookies that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugars together.
- Add vanilla and almond extract, and mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Roll dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Press the cookies slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Decorate with icing or sprinkles if desired.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: christmas butter cookies, holiday cookies, festive treats