Christmas Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Assorted decorations (sprinkles, colored icing, etc.)

Calories (per serving):

Cooking Steps:

1. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add Egg and Vanilla:
   • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
4. Gradually Add Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Chill Dough:
   • Wrap the cookie dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
6. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Roll and Cut:
   • On a floured surface, roll out the dough and cut out desired shapes using cookie cutters.
8. Bake:
   • Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Cool:
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate:
    • Let your creativity shine as you decorate the cooled cookies with festive icing, sprinkles, or any other desired decorations.
11. Share and Enjoy:
    • Share these delightful Christmas Cookies with loved ones and revel in the joy of the season with every sweet bite.