Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
Festive cookies that are soft, buttery, and topped with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Best when at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup red and green sprinkles For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Scoop out tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in red and green sprinkles to coat.
- Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Add a pinch of ground cinnamon for extra flavor. Customize with different colored sprinkles for occasions or serve with vanilla ice cream.