| Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 8-10 minutes | Total Time: Approx. 30 minutes |
| Servings: 36-48 | Yield: 3-4 dozen |
“Decorating sugar cookies with little ones is a joyous and delightful experience that goes beyond the kitchen. It’s a creative adventure, a sweet mess, and a bonding opportunity all rolled into one.“
When you hand a child a plain sugar cookie and an array of colorful icings and sprinkles, you’re essentially opening the door to their imagination. From festive Christmas trees to smiling snowmen, each cookie becomes a canvas for their creative expressions.
Let’s be honest, a little mess is part of the fun! Spreading icing, sprinkling decorations, and perhaps some accidental finger painting—it’s all part of the experience. The mess is a testament to the memories being created in that moment. Sweet dreams become delicious realities, and each bite is a chapter in a tale of homemade happiness.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)
Decorating sugar cookies can become a cherished holiday tradition. As the years go by, children will fondly remember the times spent in the kitchen, making cookies together. It’s a tradition that can be passed down through generations.
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done with a hand mixer or a stand mixer.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): For easier handling, you can chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll and Cut: On a floured surface, roll out the cookie dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use Christmas-themed cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
- Place on Baking Sheets: Place the cut-out cookies onto parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The baking time may vary depending on your oven and the size of your cookies. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Decorate (Optional): Once the cookies are completely cool, you can decorate them with royal icing, sprinkles, or any other festive decorations.
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