Christmas Cookies
Delicious and festive Christmas cookies perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Mix-ins
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins
- 1 cup nuts, chopped optional
- 1 cup decorative sprinkles or icing optional for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and white sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully incorporated.
Mixing
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, mixing until just blended.
- Stir in the rolled oats and chocolate chips until evenly distributed. If using nuts, fold them in now.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Decoration
- Once the cookies are completely cool, you can decorate them with icing or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. You can store cookies in an airtight container or freeze them for longer storage.