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BEST SOFT CHRISTMAS COOKIES

These soft and chewy Christmas cookies are perfect for the holiday season! With a hint of vanilla and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re decorated with festive sprinkles for a classic holiday treat.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • holiday sprinkles for decorating

Instructions

STEP NO.1: PREHEAT OVEN
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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
STEP NO.2: MIX DRY INGREDIENTS
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
STEP NO.3: CREAM BUTTER AND SUGAR
  1. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and sour cream, mixing until smooth.
STEP NO.4: COMBINE WET AND DRY INGREDIENTS
  1. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
STEP NO.5: SHAPE AND DECORATE
  1. Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on the baking sheet. Gently flatten each ball and top with festive sprinkles.
STEP NO.6: BAKE THE COOKIES
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Sour Cream: Adds moisture for a softer cookie.
  • Chill Dough: For even softer cookies, refrigerate dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Don’t Overbake: The cookies should look slightly underbaked when removed from the oven.
  • Festive Additions: Try adding red and green M&M’s or white chocolate chips for extra holiday fun!
  • Almond Christmas Cookies: Add ½ teaspoon almond extract.
  • Chocolate Drizzle Cookies: Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies.
  • Cinnamon Sugar Cookies: Roll dough balls in cinnamon sugar before baking.
  • Lemon Zest Cookies: Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest for a citrusy twist.

Nutrition Information

Calories 150kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 6g (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150

% Daily Value*

Calories 150kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 6g 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.