These Vanilla Holiday Cookies are a delectable holiday treat. They're buttery and tender, with rich vanilla and almond flavors. To add a festive touch to your baking, decorate them with festive colors and sprinkles.
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 3/4 cup granulated sugar. 1 large egg. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Powdered sugar for dusting. Food coloring optional. Sprinkles or colored sugar for decorating.
Instructions: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. If using food coloring, divide the dough into portions and add desired colors, kneading until color is evenly distributed. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar. Decorate the cookies with sprinkles or colored sugar. Enjoy your delicious Vanilla Holiday Cookies!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
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