Best 2 Easy Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the spirit of Christmas with our delightful selection of sugar cookies, crafted with love and simplicity to fill your kitchen with the aroma of the holidays. Embark on a sweet journey as we unveil three irresistible recipes that cater to every taste and preference. For those who cherish tradition, our Classic Sugar Cookies recipe embodies the timeless charm of Christmas with its crisp edges, soft centers, and a dusting of sparkling sugar. If you seek a touch of sophistication, our Royal Icing Sugar Cookies offer an elegant canvas for intricate designs and vibrant decorations, transforming each cookie into a miniature work of art. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Chocolate Sugar Cookies combine the richness of cocoa with the comforting flavors of sugar cookies, creating a decadent treat that is sure to satisfy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIES



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If you need a foolproof and easy sugar cookie recipe, you've come to the right place! This recipe starts with Betty's sugar cookie mix and ends with beautifully decorated Christmas cookies. Grab your baking helpers because little hands can totally get in on the fun when baking up a batch of these sweet treats. There's no limit on what fun-shaped cookies you can make-candy canes, snowmen, ornaments, trees, stockings, snowflakes and so much more. Plus, your little kitchen-helpers will have a blast decorating these extra-easy Christmas Sugar Cookies!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 egg
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy creamy white or Whipped fluffy white frosting
Betty Crocker™ decorating icing (assorted colors), if desired
Betty Crocker™ decorating sprinkles and sugars (assorted colors), if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, flour, melted butter and egg until soft dough forms.
  • On floured surface, roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with about 2 1/2- to 3-inch cookie cutters. On ungreased cookie sheets, place cutouts 1 inch apart.
  • Bake 6 to 9 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Spread frosting on cooled cookies. Decorate as desired with icing, sprinkles and sugars. Store cookies in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Frosted Cookie (Undecorated), Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY VEGAN CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIES



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These sweet vegan decorated sugar cookies are everything you want and more in a dessert, so easy to make and just perfect for Christmas.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 1h35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon ground flax seed
3 tablespoons water
¾ cup vegan margarine (such as Earth Balance®)
¾ cup coconut sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon soy milk
vanilla extract
2 drops food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix ground flax seed and water in a bowl; let sit until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Cream vegan margarine and coconut sugar together until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add flax mixture and vanilla extract; mix until well combined. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix well until a soft dough forms. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out dough to 1/4 to 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Dip cookie cutter in flour, cut out cookies, and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Chill completely before adding frosting.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar, soy milk, vanilla extract, and food coloring in a bowl. Dip cookies in frosting and place on a wire rack until frosting is set, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 82.1 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality unsalted butter. This will give your cookies a richer flavor.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies spread evenly.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the cookies from becoming too tough.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help them bake evenly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before decorating. This will help prevent the decorations from melting.

Conclusion:

These easy Christmas sugar cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're delicious, festive, and easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your cookies turn out perfect every time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake some Christmas cheer!

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