Kitchen Princess Christmas Cookies
Delight in the festive spirit with these Kitchen Princess Christmas Cookies, a magical combination of buttery, almond-infused dough and customizable icing that transforms into edible works of art. Perfect for holiday baking, these cookies are easy to make with just a few pantry staples, including vanilla and almond extracts for a warm, aromatic flavor. Roll out the soft, perfectly pliable dough to create charming shapes with your favorite festive cookie cutters, and decorate with colorful icing and sprinkles to dazzle your holiday table. These cookies bake in just 10 minutes, making them an ideal treat for family baking sessions or last-minute holiday gifts. Whether you're creating a holiday centerpiece or sharing sweet cheer, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies will leave a lasting impression.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 large egg
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (plus more as needed) milk
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
- (optional, colors of choice) food coloring
- (optional, for garnish) sprinkles or edible decorations
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and the egg until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use festive cookie cutters to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between cookies.
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the icing is too thick.
Divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring as desired. Use a small spoon, piping bag, or squeeze bottle to decorate the cooled cookies.
Add sprinkles or decorations before the icing sets. Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature until the icing hardens, about 1 hour.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 1776 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 677.8 g | 246% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 441.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 476 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
