Christmas Sugar Cookies
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Ingredients
3/4 cup unsalted butter, slightly softened to room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 and 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour (spoon and leveled) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Rachel's Rating Fool Proof: 9/10 Taste: 6/10 Looks: 10/10 Recipe From: Sally's Baking Addiction |
Baking Steps:
In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until creamed and smooth – about 1 minute. Add the sugar and beat on high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 or 4 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract and beat on high until fully combine, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl. Turn the mixer down to low and add about half of the flour mixture, beating until just barely combined. Add the rest of the flour and continue mixing until just combined. If the dough still seems too soft, you can add 1 tablespoon more flour until it is a better consistency for rolling. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until very lightly colored on top and around the edges. Make sure you rotate the baking sheet halfway through bake time. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before icing. |