Santa sugar cookies –Looking to bring a little festive cheer to your holiday gathering? These delightful Santa Sugar Cookies are not only adorable but also incredibly tasty! Perfect for decorating with family and friends, this recipe is a great way to add some sweetness to your celebrations.
Santa Sugar Cookies
These cookies are soft, sugary, and will surely be a hit during the holiday season. Here’s everything you need to know to create your own delicious batch!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Red and green sprinkles for decoration
- Royal icing for detailing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space in between each cookie.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass, and sprinkle some red and green sprinkles on top for a festive touch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to ensure they don’t overbake!
- Once they are baked to perfection, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
- If you’re feeling creative, you can use royal icing to add details like Santa faces or decorations on each cookie after they have cooled down.
Enjoy these Santa Sugar Cookies with a glass of milk or share them with friends and family. They are sure to brighten up anyone’s holiday season!