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Soft Christmas Cut-Out Sugar Cookies that Melt in Your Mouth!

Soft Christmas Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

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Deliciously soft and festive sugar cookies perfect for Christmas, designed to melt in your mouth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let cool before decorating with icing or sprinkles.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough before rolling it out.
  • These cookies can be decorated with royal icing or colored sugar.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep them soft.

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