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Irresistible Festive Christmas Sprinkle Cookies You’ll Adore

Delight in these Irresistible Festive Christmas Sprinkle Cookies, perfect for festive gatherings and creative holiday baking.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Chilling Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 12 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baking, Christmas, Cookies, Dessert, Holiday, sprinkle
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Unbleached flour yields the best texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for mixing.
  • 1 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond or peppermint.

For the Decoration

  • 1 cup Sprinkles Colorful holiday sprinkles.

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  • Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add in one large egg and a teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  • Whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, incorporating into the wet batter.
  • Fold in the colorful sprinkles gently, reserving a handful.
  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Scoop portions of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake until golden brown, typically around 10-12 minutes.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with additional sprinkles right after baking for an extra festive look.