Soft Christmas Sprinkle Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 C unsalted sweet cream butter
softened
- 1 1/2 C sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 1/4 C flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp cream of tarter
- 1 container Christmas sanding sugar
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line cookies sheets with parchment paper. Set aside
- 2
Using a standing mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until combined
- 3
Beat in the eggs, one at a time until combined
- 4
Mix in the vanilla until combined
- 5
Using a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cream of tarter until combined
- 6
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients into the wet
- 7
Mix until combined
- 8
Using a small ice cream scooper, scoop out dough and roll into a ball
- 9
Set aside onto the cookie sheet
- 10
Repeat step until all dough is molded into balls
- 11
Pour the sanding sugar into a large bowl
- 12
Roll each dough ball into the sanding sugar and place back onto the cookie sheets about 2-3 inches apart from each other.
- 13
Once all dough balls have been coated into the sanding sugar, using the palm of your hand, lightly push down the dough balls into thick disk
- 14
Bake in the preheated oven for about 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned
- 15
The cookies will slightly be under cooked
- 16
Allow cookies to cool completely before enjoying with a large glass of milk!
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About this Recipe
Craving a taste of holiday cheer that's easy to make? These classic Soft Christmas Sprinkle Cookies are designed to bring joy to your cookie platter and smiles to everyone's faces. You'll love the festive colors and delicious sugar cookie goodness.
This recipe shines because it balances familiar ingredients to create that quintessential soft sugar cookie texture everyone adores. The combination of baking powder, baking soda, and a touch of cream of tartar works together to ensure a tender crumb, while plenty of softened sweet cream butter contributes to a rich, buttery flavor that's simply irresistible.
Prepare for delightful, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a soft, chewy interior and a gentle crispness around the edges, all adorned with vibrant Christmas sanding sugar. Each bite delivers a comforting vanilla essence, making these an instant favorite for holiday gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cook time, these cookies are straightforward to prepare, making them a perfect project for any home baker.
While Christmas sanding sugar adds undeniable holiday spirit, feel free to experiment with other festive sprinkles, such as nonpareils or jimmies, for different textures and looks. For a bright twist, a hint of citrus zest could be added to the dough to complement the pure vanilla extract beautifully.
These Soft Christmas Sprinkle Cookies are the quintessential treat for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or simply a cozy evening with family. Arrange them artfully on a festive platter to showcase their bright colors, or package them in clear bags for thoughtful homemade gifts.