Gail's Christmas Cookies
Bring the magic of the holidays into your kitchen with Gail's Christmas Cookies! This timeless recipe combines the buttery sweetness of brown and granulated sugars with a hint of warm cinnamon, creating the perfect festive treat. With a crisp edge and soft center, these cookies are ideal for decorating with powdered sugar or holiday sprinkles to add a cheerful touch. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, these delightful cookies are as simple to make as they are delicious. Perfect for a holiday cookie exchange, gifting, or indulging with a warm cup of cocoa, Gail's Christmas Cookies are sure to become a cherished family tradition.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for dusting or decorating)
- 0.25 cup holiday-themed sprinkles (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers remain slightly soft.
Step 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once completely cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar or decorate with holiday-themed sprinkles if desired.
Step 10
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1110.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4296.8 |
| Total Fat 109.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 620mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1766.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 801.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 512.0g | |
| Protein 50.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 281.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 827.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories