Christmas Sugar Cookie Stars
Delight in the festive baking of Christmas Sugar Cookie Stars, perfect for holiday gatherings and creative decorating fun with loved ones.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free option available
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Dairy-free option available
- 1 ½ cups white sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar substitutes
- 1 large egg For vegan, replace with flaxseed meal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon almond extract
- 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
Baking
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving space between each ball.
- Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool on wire racks.
Notes
Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months. Use parchment paper layers to separate them.